Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
palembanica
ID:
332185

Status:
valid

Authors:
Teijsm. & Binn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 29: 243 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000331517



Common Names

  • Vanilla palembanica
  • Palembanica Vanilla
  • Vanilla Palembanica


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Description

Vanilla palembanica (also called Palembang Vanilla, among many other common names) is a species of climbing orchid native to Central America and northern South America. It has long, thin stems with leathery leaves and produces fragrant white flowers. It is found in humid tropical forests, often growing on trees.

Uses & Benefits

Vanilla palembanica is used in aromatherapy and as a flavoring agent in food and beverages. It has calming and soothing effects, and can help to reduce stress and anxiety.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vanilla palembanica has white flowers with a yellow lip, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vanilla palembanica is a vine that should be grown in a well-draining soil mix. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer, when the plant is actively growing.

Where to Find Vanilla palembanica

Vanilla palembanica is native to Indonesia and can be found in the tropical rainforest biome.

Vanilla palembanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vanilla palembanica?

Vanilla palembanica

What is the natural habitat of Vanilla palembanica?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

What is the flowering period of Vanilla palembanica?

April to May

Species in the Vanilla genus

Vanilla abundiflora, Vanilla acuminata, Vanilla acuta, Vanilla africana, Vanilla albida, Vanilla andamanica, Vanilla angustipetala, Vanilla annamica, Vanilla aphylla, Vanilla appendiculata, Vanilla bahiana, Vanilla barbellata, Vanilla barrereana, Vanilla bertoniensis, Vanilla bicolor, Vanilla borneensis, Vanilla bradei, Vanilla calyculata, Vanilla chalotii, Vanilla chamissonis, Vanilla claviculata, Vanilla columbiana, Vanilla coursii, Vanilla crenulata, Vanilla cristagalli, Vanilla cucullata, Vanilla decaryana, Vanilla diabolica, Vanilla dietschiana, Vanilla dilloniana, Vanilla dubia, Vanilla dungsii, Vanilla edwallii, Vanilla fimbriata, Vanilla francoisii, Vanilla gardneri, Vanilla giulianettii, Vanilla grandifolia, Vanilla griffithii, Vanilla guianensis, Vanilla hallei, Vanilla hamata, Vanilla hartii, Vanilla havilandii, Vanilla helleri, Vanilla heterolopha, Vanilla hostmannii, Vanilla humblotii, Vanilla imperialis, Vanilla inodora,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-211940: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Elias Teijsmann (1808-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Teijsm.' in the authors string.
Simon Binnendijk (1821-1883): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Binn.' in the authors string.