Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chrysantha
ID:
165911

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ducke

Source:
ildis

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
Bol. Técn. Inst. Agron. N.2: 6 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165240

Common Names

  • Golden Inga
  • Chrysantha Inga
  • Inga Tree

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Synonyms

  • Inga ricardorum Bernardi & Spichiger [valid]

Description

Inga chrysantha (also called Chrysantha Inga, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to Central and South America. It has a dense, rounded crown and dark green, glossy leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas and secondary forests.

Uses & Benefits

Inga chrysantha is used as an ornamental plant, as a shade tree, and for its edible fruits. The fruits are used to make jams and jellies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Inga chrysantha has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Inga chrysantha is a fast-growing tropical tree that can be propagated from seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It requires regular watering and fertilizing to ensure optimal growth. Pruning is also necessary to keep the tree in shape.

Where to Find Inga chrysantha

Inga chrysantha can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Inga chrysantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Inga chrysantha?

Inga chrysantha

What is the common name of Inga chrysantha?

Golden inga

What is the natural habitat of Inga chrysantha?

Tropical moist lowland forests

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