Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lentiscifolia
ID:
166380

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.4: 492 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165709

Common Names

  • Inga lentiscifolia
  • Lentiscifolia Inga
  • Lentiscifolia Tree

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Synonyms

  • Feuilleea lentiscifolia (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Inga lentiscifolia (also called Lentisc-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 lentiscifolia is used as a shade tree in coffee plantations and is also used as an ornamental tree. It is also used for firewood and timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Inga lentiscifolia has white flowers with yellowish-green centers. Its seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Inga lentiscifolia is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 20 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 lentiscifolia

Inga lentiscifolia is found in Central and South America, from Mexico to Bolivia.

Inga lentiscifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Inga lentiscifolia?

Inga lentiscifolia

What is the common name of Inga lentiscifolia?

Mountain Inga

What is the natural habitat of Inga lentiscifolia?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane 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