Status:
valid
Authors:
Pansarin, J.M.Aguiar & A.W.C.Ferreira
Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 64: 157 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317326
Common Names
- Vanilla paludosa
- Paludose Vanilla
- Paludose Orchid
Description
Vanilla paludosa (also called Marsh Vanilla, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Brazil. It is found in wet montane forests, and is an epiphyte.
Uses & Benefits
Vanilla paludosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in the production of perfumes and cosmetics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Vanilla paludosa is small and white, with a single whorl of 6 tepals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Vanilla paludosa is a slow-growing, long-lived perennial that is best propagated from cuttings. Take cuttings from healthy plants and place them in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they root. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.
Where to Find Vanilla paludosa
Vanilla paludosa is native to Brazil.
Vanilla paludosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vanilla paludosa?
Vanilla paludosa
What is the natural habitat of Vanilla paludosa?
It is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests in South America
What are the main uses of Vanilla paludosa?
It is used for medicinal and ornamental purposes
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,