Status:
valid
Authors:
Desv.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1826
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat. (Paris)9: 426 (1826)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165839
Common Names
- Inga virgultosa
- Twiggy Inga
- Thin Inga
Synonyms
- Mimosa virgultosa Vahl [valid]
- Acacia virgultosa Vahl ex Walp. [invalid]
- Feuilleea virgultosa (Desv.) Kuntze [valid]
Description
Inga virgultosa (also called Twiggy Inga, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub that typically grows up to 10 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 virgultosa is used as an ornamental plant 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 virgultosa 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Inga virgultosa 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 virgultosa
Inga virgultosa is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Inga virgultosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Inga virgultosa?
Inga virgultosa
What is the common name of Inga virgultosa?
Inga
What is the family of Inga virgultosa?
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