Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macarenensis
ID:
166393

Status:
valid

Authors:
Philipson

Source:
ildis

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Mutisia24: 2 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165722

Common Names

  • Macarena Inga
  • Inga Macarensis
  • Macarensis Inga

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Description

Inga macarenensis (also called Macarenensis 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 macarenensis is used as an ornamental plant, for its timber, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Inga macarenensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet fragrance. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Inga macarenensis is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 25 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 macarenensis

Inga macarenensis is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Inga macarenensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Inga macarenensis?

Inga macarenensis

What is the common name of Inga macarenensis?

Macarenensis Inga

What is the natural habitat of Inga macarenensis?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane 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