Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
expansa
ID:
168580

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rusby

Source:
ildis

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Bull. New York Bot. Gard.8: 90 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000167909

Common Names

  • Inga
  • Ice Cream Bean
  • Mountain Inga

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Synonyms

  • Inga ellipsoidea Rusby [valid]

Description

Inga expansa (also called Expansive Inga, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Inga expansa is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a shade tree and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Inga expansa has white or light pink flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Inga expansa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in bright, indirect light. The plant can be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Inga expansa

Inga expansa can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Inga expansa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Inga expansa?

Inga expansa

What is the common name of Inga expansa?

White Inga

What is the natural habitat of Inga expansa?

Tropical moist forests

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