Vanilla Planifolia Orchid 'Albo-Variegata' 6" with Coco Moss Pole

Vanilla Planifolia Orchid ‘Albo-Variegata’ – 6” Pot with Coco Moss Pole

Bring home a rare and highly coveted variegated beauty! The Vanilla Planifolia Orchid ‘Albo-Variegata’ is a stunning tropical vine prized for its creamy white and green marbled foliage. This is the same species as the commercial vanilla plant, but this variegated form is grown primarily for its breathtaking ornamental leaves.  

Your plant comes established in a 6” nursery pot with a coco moss pole, giving it the vertical support it needs to thrive and climb just as it would in its natural rainforest habitat. Stands at approximately 22" tall from the bottom of the planter, to the top of the moss pole.  

🌿 Why You’ll Love It

• Rare, variegated form of the classic vanilla orchid

• Fast-growing tropical climbing vine

• Elegant statement plant for bright interiors

• Comes with coco moss pole for structured, upward growth

☀️ Light Requirements

Vanilla ‘Albo-Variegata’ thrives in bright, indirect light.

• Ideal: Bright filtered light near an east or south-facing window

• Avoid: Harsh direct afternoon sun (can scorch variegated leaves)

• Lower light will slow growth and may reduce variegation

Variegated plants require more light than solid green varieties to maintain their beautiful coloration.

💧 Watering Needs

This orchid prefers consistent moisture but does not like sitting in soggy soil.

• Water when the top 1–2 inches of soil feels slightly dry

• Keep soil lightly moist, never waterlogged

• Ensure excellent drainage

• Reduce watering slightly in winter

Higher humidity (60%+) is ideal. Consider a humidifier or grouping with other tropical plants if your air is dry.

🌱 The Importance of the Coco Moss Pole

Vanilla planifolia is a climbing orchid vine — it naturally grows upward by attaching aerial roots to tree bark in the wild.

The included coco moss pole is essential because:

• It provides vertical support for healthy growth

• Encourages larger leaves and stronger vines

• Allows aerial roots to anchor and absorb moisture

• Prevents leggy, tangled growth

Keep the moss pole slightly moist to encourage the plant’s aerial roots to attach and climb.

✂️ Pruning & Growth

This is a vigorous grower in the right conditions.

• Prune to control length and encourage branching

• Use clean shears and cut above a node

• Cuttings can be propagated in moist sphagnum moss

Over time, vines can grow several feet long indoors with proper support.

🌿 Plant Details

• Botanical Name: Vanilla planifolia ‘Albo-Variegata’

• Pot Size: 6” nursery pot

• Support: Coco moss pole included

• Growth Habit: Climbing orchid vine

• Difficulty Level: Moderate (great for plant lovers ready for the next step!)

A rare collector’s plant that doubles as a living sculpture, the Vanilla Planifolia ‘Albo-Variegata’ will elevate any plant collection with its dramatic foliage and climbing presence.

Let it climb, give it bright light, and enjoy watching this tropical beauty thrive 🌿

Botanical Name

Vanilla planifolia 'Albo-Variegata'

Common Names

Variegated Vanilla Orchid, Variegated Vanilla Bean Orchid

Plant Type

Climbing Tropical Orchid Vine

Mature Size

Can climb 6-10+ feet indoors with proper support

Sun Exposure

Bright, indirect light; avoid harsh direct afternoon sun

Soil Type

Well-draining orchid mix with added bark and perlite

Watering

Keep soil lightly moist; allow top 1-2 inches to dry between watering; do not let sit in water

Humidity

Prefers high humidity (60%+); benefits from humidifier or moist moss pole

Bloom Time

Rarely blooms indoors; flowers in mature conditions

Flower Color

Creamy yellow-green orchid blooms

Hardiness Zones

Zone 10-11; typically grown indoors in cooler climates

Native Area

Mexico and Central America

Toxicity

Not pet friendly; may cause mild digestive upset if ingested by cats or dogs

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