Vanilla planifolia traditionally grew wild around the Gulf of Mexico from Tampico around to the northeast tip of South America, and from Colima to Ecuador on the Pacific side, as … See more

Vanilla orchid
The main species of vanilla cultivated is V. planifolia. Although it is native to Mesoamerica and South America, it is now widely grown … See more

In 2020, world production of vanilla was 7,614 tonnes, led by Madagascar with 39.1% of the total, and Indonesia with 30.3% (table). Due to drought, cyclones, and poor farming … See more

The sap of most species of vanilla orchid which exudes from cut stems or where beans are harvested can cause moderate to severe dermatitis if … See more

The word vanilla is derived from the Spanish word vainilla meaning "little pod", the diminutive of vaina derived from the Latin vagina (sheath) … See more

In general, quality vanilla only comes from good vines and through careful production methods. Commercial vanilla production can be performed under open field and "greenhouse" operations. The two production systems share these similarities: See more

The four main commercial preparations of natural vanilla are:
• Whole pod
• Powder (ground pods, kept pure or blended with sugar, … See more