Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lallensis
ID:
166371

Status:
valid

Authors:
Spruce ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London30: 603 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165700

Common Names

  • Lallensis Inga
  • Lall Inga
  • Lall Tree

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Synonyms

  • Inga archeri Britton & Killip [valid]
  • Inga sodiroi Harms [valid]
  • Feuilleea lallensis (Spruce ex Benth.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Inga lallensis (also called Lall Inga, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It typically grows in moist, lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Inga lallensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, stomach ache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Inga lallensis is yellow and has a sweet scent. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Inga lallensis is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 20 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be transplanted to their permanent location.

Where to Find Inga lallensis

Inga lallensis is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Inga lallensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Inga lallensis?

Inga lallensis

What is the common name of Inga lallensis?

Lall's inga

What is the natural habitat of Inga lallensis?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America

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.