Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
sarapiquensis
ID:
917394

Status:
valid

Authors:
Soto Arenas

Source:
wcs

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Lankesteriana 9: 342 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000916729



Common Names

  • Vanilla sarapiquensis
  • Sarapiqui Vanilla
  • Sarapiqui Vanilla


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Description

Vanilla sarapiquensis (also called Sarapiqui Vanilla, among many other common names) is a small orchid species found in the humid forests of Central and South America. It has a single, leathery leaf and a single flower with a yellow-green color. It grows in humid, shady areas and is found in Mexico, Guatemala, Costa Rica, and Panama.

Uses & Benefits

Vanilla sarapiquensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a flavoring agent in food and beverages.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vanilla sarapiquensis is a small, white, fragrant flower with a yellow center. Its seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vanilla sarapiquensis is a perennial climber that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season. Prune the plant to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Vanilla sarapiquensis

Vanilla sarapiquensis can be found in the grasslands of Costa Rica.

Vanilla sarapiquensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vanilla sarapiquensis?

Vanilla sarapiquensis

What is the common name of Vanilla sarapiquensis?

Sarapiqui Vanilla

What is the natural habitat of Vanilla sarapiquensis?

Tropical and subtropical moist forests

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,

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