Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grazielae
ID:
211035

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vinha) T.D.Penn.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Gen. Inga, Bot.: 685 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210364

Common Names

  • Grazielae Inga
  • Graziela's Inga
  • Graziela's False Tamarind

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Synonyms

  • Affonsea grazielae Vinha [unknown]

Description

Inga grazielae (also called Inga Grazielae, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to Central and South America. It has a straight trunk with a grayish-brown bark and its leaves are alternate, elliptic-oblong, and have a pointed tip. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Inga grazielae is used as an ornamental tree, for shade, and for windbreaks. It is also used in reforestation and soil conservation projects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Inga grazielae has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Inga grazielae can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of branches and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Inga grazielae

Inga grazielae is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Inga grazielae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Inga grazielae?

Inga grazielae

What is the common name of Inga grazielae?

Grazielae Inga

What is the natural habitat of Inga grazielae?

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

Sérgio Guimarães da Vinha (d.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vinha' in the authors string.
Terence Dale Pennington (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.D.Penn.' in the authors string.