Herbs & Botanicals

Vanilla / Flat-Leaved Vanilla (Vanilla planifolia): Bean Curing, Vanillin, Traditional Use & Safety
Vanilla is the cured fruit of a climbing tropical orchid, not simply the flavor molecule vanillin. This guide covers Vanilla planifolia identity, pollination, curing, aroma chemistry, culinary use, traditional medicine, extract standards, allergy and occupational sensitivity, and conservation. Read more...