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Emm's Plant House

Vanilla planifolia variegata 12cm H35cm

Vanilla planifolia variegata 12cm H35cm

£43.00 GBP
£43.00 GBP
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Vanilla planifolia variegata, the Variegated Vanilla Orchid, is a stunning climbing orchid with creamy-white and green marbled leaves. As the plant that produces real vanilla pods, it’s both ornamental and fascinating, requiring warmth, humidity, and bright filtered light to thrive indoors or in a greenhouse.

  • Full Botanical Name: Vanilla planifolia variegata
  • Common Names: Variegated Vanilla Orchid, Vanilla Vine
  • Country and/or Region of Origin: Tropical Central America
  • Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: Grows as a climbing orchid in humid tropical forests, attaching to trees for support

Care Guide

  • Care Guide:
  • Light: Bright, indirect light or partial shade; too much direct sun may scorch leaves
  • Ideal Room: Greenhouse, conservatory, or warm bathroom
  • Feeding: Orchid fertilizer every 2–3 weeks during active growth
  • Humidity: High humidity (70–90%) required; mist frequently or use humidifier
  • Ideal Temperature: 20–32°C; avoid drops below 18°C
  • Watering: Keep soil moist but well-draining; reduce watering slightly in winter
  • Pet/Child Safe: Non-toxic (species level) — safe for pets and humans, though ingestion of large amounts of foliage is not advised
  • Soil Type: Loose orchid mix with bark, coco chips, and sphagnum moss
  • Propagation: Stem cuttings rooted in moist sphagnum or soil with high humidity
  • Eventual Height and Spread: Vines can reach 3–6 m in length with support
  • Growth Rate: Moderate to fast under ideal tropical conditions
  • Pests and Treatment: Aphids, spider mites, and mealybugs; treat with neem oil or insecticidal soap
  • Repotting: Every 2 years or when the growing medium breaks down
  • Pruning: Trim long vines to manage growth and encourage branching
  • Air Purification: Excellent; orchids help balance humidity and filter air pollutants
  • Folklore: Vanilla orchids have symbolized luxury and warmth for centuries; they’re also associated with creativity and passion due to their exotic scent
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