Common Heliotrope (Heliotropium arborescence: Boraginaceae) with a Syrphid Fly. This Peruvian native shrub has showy inflorescences and is very aromatic with a vanilla smell. It has been cultivated in many parts of the world, especially in subtropical and tropical zones. Santa Eulalia Canyon, Lima, Per below San Pedro de Casta. Dry mountain side scrub at ca. 3,000 m (9,842 ft) elevation.