Inga bourgonii - Uses, Benefits & Care
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(Aubl.) DC.
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WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000184817
Common Names
- Inga Bourgonii
- Bourgon's Inga
- Inga Bourgonii
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Mimosa bourgonii Aubl. [unknown]
Description
Inga bourgonii (also called Bourgon's Inga, among many other common names) is a small, perennial tree native to Central and South America. It typically grows in moist soils and is often found in tropical rainforests and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Inga bourgonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Inga bourgonii are white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Inga bourgonii is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to 20 m. It is propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 10 cm tall.
Where to Find Inga bourgonii
Inga bourgonii can be found in the dry regions of Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.
Inga bourgonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Inga bourgonii?
Inga bourgonii
What is the common name of Inga bourgonii?
Bourgon's Inga
What is the natural habitat of Inga bourgonii?
It is native to the Caribbean and Central and South America.
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
The Plant List v1.1 record ild-30922: Based on the initial data import
Jean Baptiste Christophore Fusée Aublet (1723-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aubl.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.