Vanilla planifolia Cyclanthaceae Light: Bright filtered light

Light: Bright filtered light

and red with distinctive markings

often forming small

making it an ideal choice for collectors seeking classic orchids with well-shaped flowers and stunning color combinations

Vanilla planifolia Cyclanthaceae Light: Bright filtered lightA vigorous climbing orchid native to the tropical forests of Central America and the source of commercial vanilla, producing succulent ovate lanceolate leaves along scrambling stems. The short lived flowers feature open sepals and petals with a tubular, fimbriate labellum each must be hand pollinated to set the prized vanilla pods. Light: Bright indirect light with 3050% shade cloth; tolerates some morning sun, which encourages flowering in mature