Inga ferrugineo-hirta - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mart. ex Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1875
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 30(3): 625. 1875 [10 Apr 1875]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165273
Common Names
- Inga ferrugineo-hirta
- Rusty-haired Inga
- Rusty Hairy Inga
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Inga ferrugineo-hirta (also called Rusty-Haired Inga, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to Central and South America. It has pinnate leaves and white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Inga ferrugineo-hirta is used as an ornamental plant, as a shade tree, and as a windbreak. It is also used as a source of firewood, timber, and charcoal. It is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Inga ferrugineo-hirta is small and white, with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened bean. The seedlings are small and thin, with two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Inga ferrugineo-hirta can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with indirect light.
Where to Find Inga ferrugineo-hirta
Inga ferrugineo-hirta is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.
Inga ferrugineo-hirta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Inga ferrugineo-hirta?
Inga ferrugineo-hirta
What is the common name of Inga ferrugineo-hirta?
Inga
What is the natural habitat of Inga ferrugineo-hirta?
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
The Plant List v1.1 record ild-11704: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.