Status:
valid
Authors:
K.G.Dexter & T.D.Penn.
Source:
ksufab
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Novon21: 323 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749363
Common Names
- Pitmanii Inga
- Pitman Inga
- Pitman Bush Inga
Description
Inga pitmanii (also called Pitman's Inga, among many other common names) is a species of tree native to Central and South America. It is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 20 m tall. It is found in lowland forests, often near rivers and streams.
Uses & Benefits
Inga pitmanii is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Inga pitmanii is small, white and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and have two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Inga pitmanii can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Inga pitmanii
Inga pitmanii is native to Ecuador and can be found in the provinces of Pichincha and Imbabura.
Inga pitmanii FAQ
What are the growing conditions for Inga pitmanii?
Inga pitmanii prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils.
What is the average height of Inga pitmanii?
Inga pitmanii typically grows to a height of 10-15 feet.
What type of soil does Inga pitmanii prefer?
Inga pitmanii prefers moist, well-drained soils.
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