Vanilla orchid
Vanilla planifolia
The plant behind vanillin, which benzoin also contains naturally. Vanilla and benzoin are the sweet pair of every amber base.
| Family | Orchidaceae |
|---|---|
| Order | Asparagales |
| Habit | Climbing orchid |
| GBIF occurrence records | 2,487 |
Origins
Recorded in (top countries)
- Mexico 588
- Seychelles 233
- Réunion 223
- Colombia 192
- Guadeloupe 184
- Brazil 100
- United States 79
- Costa Rica 65