Inga setosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
G.Don
Source:
ildis
Year:
1832
Citation Micro:
Gen. Hist.2: 388 (1832)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165797
Common Names
- Inga Setosa
- Setosa Inga
- Setosa Tree
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- Inga hirsutissima Rusby [valid]
- Inga chrysotricha Pittier [valid]
- Feuilleea setosa (G.Don) Kuntze [valid]
Description
Inga setosa (also called Bristly Inga, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Central America and northern South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, and in seasonally dry forests.
Uses & Benefits
Inga setosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its wood is used for fuel and construction.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Inga setosa is small, white and fragrant. The seed is a small, flat, brown bean-like shape. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Inga setosa is a small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It is best grown in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a sunny location.
Where to Find Inga setosa
Inga setosa is native to Central and South America.
Inga setosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Inga setosa?
Inga setosa
What is the common name of Inga setosa?
Hairy Inga
What is the natural habitat of Inga setosa?
Tropical rainforest
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 Don (1798-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Don' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Inga setosa G.Don: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.