Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
zanzibarica
ID:
332257

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rolfe

Source:
wcs

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1906: 116 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000331589



Common Names

  • Vanilla zanzibarica
  • Zanzibarica Vanilla
  • Zanzibarica Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Vanilla ovalifolia Rolfe [unknown]

Description

Vanilla zanzibarica (also called Zanzibar Vanilla, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to East Africa. It is an epiphytic orchid with a single, erect stem and a single leaf. It grows in humid forests and rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Vanilla zanzibarica is used in the production of perfumes and cosmetics, as well as in aromatherapy. It is also used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vanilla zanzibarica has white, star-shaped flowers, with a yellow lip and a long, thin seedpod. The seeds are small, black and round, and the seedlings have thin, wiry stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vanilla zanzibarica can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Vanilla zanzibarica

Vanilla zanzibarica is native to Zanzibar, Tanzania.

Vanilla zanzibarica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vanilla zanzibarica?

Vanilla zanzibarica

What is the natural habitat of Vanilla zanzibarica?

Tropical forests of East Africa

What is the common name of Vanilla zanzibarica?

Vanilla

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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