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Chamisso's Vanilla

Vanilla chamissonis Klotzsch
Chamisso's Vanilla
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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

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