Are all vanilla orchids edible? Not even close.
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Vanilla is the only orchid known to bear edible fruit, but this fact is widely misunderstood and does not apply to all 110+ species within the genus. Not all vanilla orchids are edible, and consuming the wrong species could have dangerous health consequences. This article will help you understand the crucial distinctions between edible vanilla orchid species, such as *Vanilla planifolia*, and those that are not used for culinary purposes.
