Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cinnamomea
ID:
165912

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

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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.

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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

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Richard Spruce (1817-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spruce' in the authors string.