Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vestita
ID:
166507

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.4: 604 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165836

Common Names

  • Inga vestita
  • Hairy Inga
  • Furry Inga

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Synonyms

  • Feuilleea vestita (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Inga vestita (also called Hairy Inga, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub that typically grows up to 8 meters in height. It is native to Central and South America, and is commonly found in tropical rainforests and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Inga vestita is used as a shade tree and for its timber. The timber is used for furniture, construction, and firewood. The leaves are used as fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Inga vestita is white in color and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, bean-like structure. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Inga vestita is a fast-growing tree that can reach up to 20 meters in height. It is usually propagated from seed, which should be planted in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. It is also possible to propagate from cuttings. The tree prefers moist, well-drained soils and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Inga vestita

Inga vestita is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Inga vestita FAQ

What is the scientific name of Inga vestita?

Inga vestita

What is the common name of Inga vestita?

Inga

What is the family of Inga vestita?

Fabaceae

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