Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
disticha
ID:
165929

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Hooker)2: 143 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165258

Common Names

  • Inga disticha
  • Two-row Inga
  • Two Row Inga

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Synonyms

  • Inga crevauxii Sagot [valid]
  • Inga disticha disticha [unknown]
  • Feuilleea disticha (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Inga disticha (also called Disticha Inga, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to Central and South America. It has a dense, rounded crown and dark green, glossy leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas and secondary forests.

Uses & Benefits

Inga disticha is a hardy, evergreen tree that is often used in landscaping. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control. The tree is also used for timber and fuelwood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Inga disticha are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and green, with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Inga disticha is a fast-growing tropical tree that can be propagated from seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It requires regular watering and fertilizing to ensure optimal growth. Pruning is also necessary to keep the tree in shape.

Where to Find Inga disticha

Inga disticha is native to Central America and can be found in tropical rainforests in Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and Panama.

Inga disticha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Inga disticha?

Inga disticha

What is the common name of Inga disticha?

Inga

What is the natural habitat of Inga disticha?

Tropical rainforest

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