Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paterno
ID:
166429

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg.13: 419 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165758

Common Names

  • Inga paterno
  • Paterno Inga
  • Paterno Inga Tree

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Description

Inga paterno (also called 'Inga de Paterno', 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 paterno is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a shade tree and for its timber. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Inga paterno is white, with four petals, and is about 1 cm in diameter. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, and oblong. The seedlings are about 1 cm long and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Inga paterno 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 paterno

Inga paterno is native to Central America, Mexico, and the Caribbean. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Inga paterno FAQ

What is the scientific name of Inga paterno?

Inga paterno

What is the common name of Inga paterno?

Paterno Inga

What is the natural habitat of Inga paterno?

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