Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
coragypsea
ID:
165918

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Uribe

Source:
ildis

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
Caldasia2: 243 (1943)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165247

Common Names

  • Inga Coragypsea
  • Coral Inga
  • Coral-Fruited Inga

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Description

Inga coragypsea (also called Coragypsea 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 coragypsea is a popular ornamental plant due to its showy flowers. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Inga coragypsea is white and has five petals. The seed is round and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Inga coragypsea 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 coragypsea

Inga coragypsea is native to South America and can be found in tropical rainforests in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Inga coragypsea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Inga coragypsea?

Inga coragypsea

What is the common name of Inga coragypsea?

Silver-leaved inga

What is the natural habitat of Inga coragypsea?

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