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Vanilla planifolia is a vine/climber in the Orchidaceae family. A native to Mexico and Belize. Common names include flat-leaved vanilla and West Indian vanilla. It is a primary source for vanilla flavoring. It prefers hot, wet, tropical climates for best results. It grows to around 75 feet once it matures in Mexico. It will only get 10-20 feet if in a container. The leaves are evergreen and succulent flat-bladed, around 5 inches long. It will require a structure to grow on. Flowers must be hand-pollinated if you want fruits. The bees that pollinate it are only in Mexico. The flowers are yellow-green and in an axillary cluster that has 10-20 flowers. The flowers will only last one day. It prefers to grow in part to full shade with daily misting and watering. Zones 10-11
Germination
Germinating Vanilla planifolia from seeds can be a challenging but rewarding process. First, Soak seeds in a 4% sodium hypochlorite or (bleach) solution for 90 minutes. Plant them in a well-draining orchid potting mix, barely covering them with a fine layer of the mix. Maintain a warm, consistently humid environment by covering the pot with a clear plastic bag or a plastic dome to create a mini-green house. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Place the pot in bright, indirect sunlight, ensuring temperatures of around 25-30°C (77-86°F). Germination can be quite slow, taking several weeks to months. Once the seedlings are large enough to handle, they can be carefully transplanted into individual pots or larger containers. Growing vanilla orchids from seed can be a patient and fascinating endeavor, eventually rewarding you with the opportunity to cultivate your own vanilla beans.
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