Vanilla planifolia Cyclanthaceae It is best grown in

It is best grown in slatted wooden baskets with tree fern fiber or a similar medium

It is sensitive to cold and should be protected from temperatures below 60°F (16°C)

ideally ranging from 50-75°F (10-24°C) during the day

an intermediate to cool grower that benefits from a slight nighttime temperature drop to encourage blooming

Vanilla planifolia Cyclanthaceae It is best grown inA 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