International Journal of Research Studies in Agricultural Sciences
Volume-2 Issue-5, 2016, Page No: 35-38
Result of Vanilla (Vanilla Planifolia) Adaptation Study in
Ethiopia
Habetewold Kifelew, Girma Hailemichael, Zenebe Mulatu, Dejene Bekelle, Abukiya
Getu, Haimanot Mitiku & Tesfaye Tefera
Tepi National Spices Research Center, P.O. Box: 34, SNNPRS, Sheka, Tepi
Citation : Habetewold Kifelew, Girma Hailemichael, Zenebe Mulatu, Dejene Bekelle, Abukiya Getu, Haimanot Mitiku & Tesfaye Tefera, Result of Vanilla (Vanilla Planifolia) Adaptation Study in
Ethiopia International Journal of Research Studies in Agricultural Sciences . 2016;2(5):35-38.
Abstract
Vanilla (Vanilla planifolia) is the only genus of the Orchidaceae family whose species produces a
commercially important flavoring material. The study was conducted to evaluate the adaptability of introduced
vanilla genotype in Ethiopia. A single observation plot was established in three locations. Vanilla was found
adaptable in all location with comparable yield and quality. And results one variety with the name “Yeki 1”
were registered for production.