Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cuspidata
ID:
210985

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Sousa

Source:
ildis

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard.80: 237 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210314

Common Names

  • Inga Cuspidata
  • Cuspidata Inga
  • Cuspidata

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Description

Inga cuspidata (also called 'Cuspidate Inga', among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub that is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It typically grows to a height of 4-7 meters, and has a trunk diameter of up to 10 cm. It prefers wet, tropical habitats, such as lowland forests and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Inga cuspidata is used as an ornamental plant, for soil stabilization, and as a shade tree.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Inga cuspidata 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 cuspidata is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. When grown from seed, it should be sown in early spring in a well-drained soil. When grown from cuttings, the cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. The plant should be kept in full sun and watered regularly.

Where to Find Inga cuspidata

Inga cuspidata can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Inga cuspidata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Inga cuspidata?

Inga cuspidata

What is the common name of Inga cuspidata?

Cuspidate Inga

What is the natural habitat of Inga cuspidata?

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