Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nuda
ID:
166414

Status:
valid

Authors:
Salzm. ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.4: 607 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165743

Common Names

  • Inga nuda
  • Naked Inga
  • Bare Inga

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Synonyms

  • Inga nuda nuda [unknown]
  • Feuilleea nuda (Salzm. ex Benth.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Inga nuda longiflora Benth. [valid]

Description

Inga nuda (also called 'Naked Inga', 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 nuda is used as a shade tree for coffee plantations and as a windbreak. It is also used as a living fence and for soil conservation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Inga nuda has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet fragrance. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Inga nuda 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 nuda

Inga nuda is native to Central and South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Brazil.

Inga nuda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Inga nuda?

Inga nuda

What is the common name of Inga nuda?

Naked Inga

What is the natural habitat of Inga nuda?

It is native to Central and South America, where it is found in tropical 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.
Philipp Salzmann (1781-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salzm.' in the authors string.