Vanilla x tahitensisVanilla x tahitensis 4 inch pot Vanilla x tahitensis, also known as Tahitian Vanilla, is a hybrid between the Vanilla planifolia and Vanilla odorata species that originated in Tahiti, a French Polynesian island in the South Pacific. It is known for its unique flavor and aroma, which is why it is widely used in baking and perfumery. Vanilla x tahitensin is an evergreen, woody climbing vine that typically grows to lengths of up to 15 feet. Its dark