Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
goldmanii
ID:
165948

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pittier

Source:
ildis

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb.18: 198 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165277

Common Names

  • Goldman's Inga
  • Inga goldmanii
  • Goldman's inga tree

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Description

Inga goldmanii (also called Goldman's 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 goldmanii 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 goldmanii 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Inga goldmanii 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 goldmanii

Inga goldmanii is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Inga goldmanii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Inga goldmanii?

Inga goldmanii

What is the common name of Inga goldmanii?

Inga

What is the natural habitat of Inga goldmanii?

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