Vanilla planifolia 'White Variegata'

Scientific name

Vanilla planifolia 'Variegata' (or white cultivar)

General description

Vanilla variegata white is a decorative climbing orchid with cream-white and green variegated leaves, often predominantly light. Like other vanilla plants, it can climb or wrap itself around a support, forming an elegant and airy vegetation.

Origin

Species Vanilla planifolia , native to tropical America and cultivated as a variegated ornamental plant.

Care

• Light : Bright indirect light; no direct sunlight on the variegated leaves.
• Watering : Keep the substrate moderately moist, without saturation; allow the edge to dry slightly.
• Humidity : High — approx. 60-80% favorable ambient humidity.
• Temperature : between ~18 and 28°C; avoid temperatures that are too low.
• Substrate : light, well-draining mix (orchid bark, moss, fibers) suitable for climbing orchids.

Special advice

• Provide a vertical support or mesh for it to climb.
• Fertilize moderately during the growing season with a balanced orchid fertilizer.
• Clean the leaves gently so as not to damage the variegation.
• Toxic if ingested to humans and animals (vanilla juice may cause skin irritation)