The Secret History of Vanilla: From Aztec Rituals to Madagascar

Vanilla seems familiar, but its story is anything but ordinary. From the forests of ancient Mexico and Aztec cacao rituals to the colonial world and the plantations of Madagascar, vanilla has travelled through centuries of history, culture, medicine, and trade. Discover the fascinating story behind one of the world’s most precious spices — and the twelve-year-old boy whose discovery changed vanilla cultivation forever. 🌿 Welcome to Herbarium.