Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lanceifolia
ID:
166372

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London30: 606 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165701

Common Names

  • Lanceifolia Inga
  • Lance-Leaved Inga
  • Lance Inga

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Synonyms

  • Feuilleea lanceaefolia (Benth.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Feuilleea lanceifolia (Benth.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Inga lanceifolia (also called Lance-Leaf Inga, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It typically grows in moist, lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Inga lanceifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, stomach ache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Inga lanceifolia is yellow and has a sweet scent. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Inga lanceifolia is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 25 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be transplanted to their permanent location.

Where to Find Inga lanceifolia

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

Inga lanceifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Inga lanceifolia?

Inga lanceifolia

What is the common name of Inga lanceifolia?

Lance-leaved inga

What is the natural habitat of Inga lanceifolia?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America

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