Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
barbourii
ID:
165876

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Mus. Nat. Hist., Bot. Ser.23: 55 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165205

Common Names

  • Barbourii Inga
  • Barbourii Bean
  • Barbourii Tree

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Synonyms

  • Inga tenuipedunculata Leon [unknown]
  • Inga tenuipedunculata J.León [valid]

Description

Inga barbourii (also called Barbou's Inga, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 15 meters in height. It has white flowers and is native to Central and South America. It is found in tropical dry forests, tropical moist forests, and tropical wet forests.

Uses & Benefits

Inga barbourii is used as an ornamental tree and for shade. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Inga barbourii are white and fragrant. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a dark green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Inga barbourii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Both methods require the soil to be kept moist and the plants should be given plenty of light.

Where to Find Inga barbourii

Inga barbourii can be found in Central and South America.

Inga barbourii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Inga barbourii?

Inga barbourii

What is the common name of Inga barbourii?

Barbourii inga

What type of plant is Inga barbourii?

Tree

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