Chamisso's Vanilla
Vanilla chamissonis Klotzsch
Vanilla chamissonis is a species in the Orchidaceae family, native to parts of South America including Brazil, Bolivia, and French Guiana. It was first described in 1846 by Klotzsch.
Description
Vanilla chamissonis is a member of the Orchidaceae family, known as Chamisso's Vanilla. It is distributed across the Brazilian Northeast and Southeast regions, as well as in Bolivia and French Guiana. This species was formally described in 1846 by the botanist Klotzsch. It belongs to the genus Vanilla, a group of orchids known for their aromatic properties and economic importance, particularly in the production of vanilla flavoring.
Other common names
Chamisso's Vanilla
Distribution
BR · Bolivia · Brazil Northeast · Brazil Southeast · French Guiana
Synonyms
Vanilla chamissonis var. brevifolia