Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
virescens
ID:
166509

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.4: 605 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165838

Common Names

  • Inga virescens
  • Green Inga
  • Vigorous Inga

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Synonyms

  • Feuilleea virescens (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Inga virescens (also called Green Inga, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub that typically grows up to 8 meters in height. It is native to Central and South America, and is commonly found in tropical rainforests and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Inga virescens is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber. The timber is used for furniture, construction, and firewood. The leaves are used as fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Inga virescens is white in color and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, bean-like structure. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Inga virescens is a fast-growing tree that can reach up to 20 meters in height. It is usually propagated from seed, which should be planted in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. It is also possible to propagate from cuttings. The tree prefers moist, well-drained soils and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Inga virescens

Inga virescens is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Inga virescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Inga virescens?

Inga virescens

What is the common name of Inga virescens?

Inga

What is the family of Inga virescens?

Fabaceae

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