Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microcalyx
ID:
166405

Status:
valid

Authors:
Spruce ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London30: 611 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165734

Common Names

  • Microcalyx Inga
  • Inga microcalyx
  • Small-calyx Inga

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Synonyms

  • Feuilleea nova Kuntze [valid]

Description

Inga microcalyx (also called 'Inga de Microcalyx', among many other common names) is a small tree, typically reaching a height of 10-15 meters. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical rainforests, as well as in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Inga microcalyx is used as a food source and as a medicinal plant. It is also used to make furniture and other wood products. It is known for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties, and is used to treat various ailments including fever, diarrhea, and skin infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Inga microcalyx are small and yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Inga microcalyx is a fast-growing, evergreen tree native to Central and South America. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be planted in moist soil and kept in a warm, sunny location. It can also be propagated by cuttings or air layering.

Where to Find Inga microcalyx

Inga microcalyx is native to the wet forests of Central and South America. It can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Brazil.

Inga microcalyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Inga microcalyx?

Inga microcalyx

What is the common name of Inga microcalyx?

Microcalyx Inga

What is the natural habitat of Inga microcalyx?

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

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Richard Spruce (1817-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spruce' in the authors string.