Status:
valid
Authors:
Spruce ex Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1875
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London30: 606 (1875)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165241
Common Names
- Cinnamon Inga
- Cinnamon Tree
- Cinnamomea Inga
Synonyms
- Feuilleea cinnamomea (Spruce ex Benth.) Kuntze [valid]
- Inga tessmannii harmsii J.F.Macbr. [valid]
Description
Inga cinnamomea (also called Cinnamomea 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 cinnamomea 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 cinnamomea has small orange flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Inga cinnamomea 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 cinnamomea
Inga cinnamomea is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Inga cinnamomea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Inga cinnamomea?
Inga cinnamomea
What is the common name of Inga cinnamomea?
Cinnamon inga
What is the natural habitat of Inga cinnamomea?
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