Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pleiogyna
ID:
211033

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.D.Penn.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Gen. Inga, Bot.: 683 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210362

Common Names

  • Pleiogyna Inga
  • Many-Seeded Inga
  • Many-Seeded False Tamarind

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Synonyms

  • Affonsea densiflora Benth. [valid]
  • Affonsea grandiflora Vinha [valid]

Description

Inga pleiogyna (also called Inga Pleiogyna, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to Central and South America. It has a straight trunk with a grayish-brown bark and its leaves are alternate, elliptic-oblong, and have a pointed tip. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Inga pleiogyna is used as an ornamental tree, for shade, and for windbreaks. It is also used in reforestation and soil conservation projects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Inga pleiogyna are white and fragrant. The seeds are small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings have thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Inga pleiogyna can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of branches and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Inga pleiogyna

Inga pleiogyna is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Inga pleiogyna FAQ

What is the scientific name of Inga pleiogyna?

Inga pleiogyna

What is the common name of Inga pleiogyna?

Pleiogyna Inga

What is the natural habitat of Inga pleiogyna?

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