Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
porcata
ID:
210946

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.D.Penn.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Gen. Inga, Bot.: 243 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210275

Common Names

  • Inga porcata
  • Porcate Inga
  • Porcate Inga

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Description

Inga porcata (also called Porcate Inga, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It can grow up to 10 feet tall and has a spreading crown with pinnately compound leaves. It is commonly found in open woodlands, along roadsides, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Inga porcata is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Inga porcata has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Inga porcata is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and keep the soil evenly moist. Fertilize lightly with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks. Prune back the plant in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Inga porcata

Inga porcata is native to the Amazon rainforest and can be found in the understory of tropical forests.

Inga porcata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Inga porcata?

Inga porcata

What is the common name of Inga porcata?

Porcata Inga

What is the natural habitat of Inga porcata?

Dry, rocky slopes and hillsides

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