Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
congesta
ID:
211032

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.D.Penn.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Gen. Inga, Bot.: 681 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210361

Common Names

  • Congesta Inga
  • Crowded Inga
  • Crowded False Tamarind

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Synonyms

  • Affonsea bullata Benth. [valid]
  • Inga bullata (Benth.) F.Muell. [illegitimate]

Description

Inga congesta (also called Inga Congesta, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to Central and South America. It has a straight trunk with a grayish-brown bark and its leaves are alternate, elliptic-oblong, and have a pointed tip. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Inga congesta is used as an ornamental tree, for shade, and for windbreaks. It is also used in reforestation and soil conservation projects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Inga congesta are white and fragrant. The seeds are small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings have thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Inga congesta is a fast-growing, evergreen tree native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Inga congesta

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

Inga congesta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Inga congesta?

Inga congesta

What is the common name of Inga congesta?

Congesta Inga

What is the natural habitat of Inga congesta?

Tropical rainforests

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