Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aptera
ID:
211030

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vinha) T.D.Penn.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Gen. Inga, Bot.: 678 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210359

Common Names

  • Aptera Inga
  • Wingless Inga
  • Wingless False Tamarind

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Synonyms

  • Affonsea campestris Vinha [valid]
  • Affonsea bahiensis Vinha [valid]
  • Affonsea aptera Vinha [valid]

Description

Inga aptera (also called Inga Aptera, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to Central and South America. It has a straight trunk with a grayish-brown bark and its leaves are alternate, elliptic-oblong, and have a pointed tip. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Inga aptera is used as an ornamental tree, for shade, and for windbreaks. It is also used in reforestation and soil conservation projects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Inga aptera are white and fragrant. The seeds are small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings have thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Inga aptera is a fast-growing, evergreen tree native to the Amazon rainforest. It can reach heights of up to 25 m (82 ft) and is often found in disturbed areas. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be grown in a variety of soils, although it prefers well-drained, sandy soils. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is also tolerant of pruning and can be used as a hedge or windbreak.

Where to Find Inga aptera

Inga aptera is native to Central and South America.

Inga aptera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Inga aptera?

Inga aptera

What is the common name of Inga aptera?

Aptera Inga

What is the natural habitat of Inga aptera?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Inga genus

Inga allenii, Inga chocoensis, Inga exalata, Inga mortoniana, Inga acreana, Inga acrocephala, Inga adenophylla, Inga affinis, Inga alata, Inga aliena, Inga auristellae, Inga barbata, Inga barbourii, Inga belizensis, Inga bicoloriflora, Inga bijuga, Inga blanchetiana, Inga bollandii, Inga brachyrhachis, Inga brachystachys, Inga brevipes, Inga bullata, Inga bullatorugosa, Inga calantha, Inga calanthoides, Inga capitata, Inga caudata, Inga cayennensis, Inga cecropietorum, Inga chartacea, Inga chrysantha, Inga cinnamomea, Inga cocleensis, Inga cookii, Inga coragypsea, Inga cordatoalata, Inga coruscans, Inga cynometrifolia, Inga densiflora, Inga disticha, Inga dominicensis, Inga duckei, Inga fendleriana, Inga ferrugineo-hirta, Inga feuilleei, Inga glomeriflora, Inga goldmanii, Inga goniocalyx, Inga graciliflora, Inga gracilifolia,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Sérgio Guimarães da Vinha (d.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vinha' in the authors string.
Terence Dale Pennington (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.D.Penn.' in the authors string.