The extract, flavoring or flavoring of vanilla It is very present in our daily lives and we can find them in a wide variety of products, from food to cosmetics or cleaning supplies. But few people are able to access a delicious and aromatic pod of this plant because its value is very high.
That is why this note will detail all the particularities that this plant has and the conditions that must be taken into account if we wish to venture to cultivate them with our own hands in the garden From home. However, it is necessary to note that it is not a simple task at all, unfortunately.
How is the vanilla plant
The vanilla is a kind of orchids that contains more than 100 species, but the pods that are used to market or produce products generally come from the Vanilla planifolia.
It is a plant native to Mexico and, currently, this country together with Paraguay and Madagascar monopolize its cultivation. This is due to the climatic conditions that this plant requires to be able to develop healthy and produce its valued fruit.
How to grow vanilla
The vanilla it requires warm and humid climates, it is also essential that it has a support tutor since it is a fast-growing climbing plant. In addition, it does not react well to direct sunlight. These conditions make the wooded spaces the preponderant places for its cultivation.
Like other orchids, soil quality is another fundamental point for its growth. Generally, land specially prepared for the cultivation of orchids this must be permeability and fluffy. In addition, with a large amount of organic matter.
Meanwhile, irrigation should be done with soft water, that is, without traces of lime. It is recommended to do it with rainwater or tap water after letting it sit for 24 hours.
The key is fertilization
the flower of the Orchid it has male and female organs, however, it does not self-pollinate and this task must be done manually. This activity has been carried out in the same way since ancient times and must be carried out very carefully so as not to damage the flower.
In the following videos you will see in detail the technique by which it is performed.
Here in detail on how the flower should be handled.
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