Status:
valid
Authors:
T.D.Penn.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Gen. Inga, Bot.: 286 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210250
Common Names
- Inga yasuniana
- Yasuni Inga
- Yasuni Inga
Description
Inga yasuniana (also called Yasuni Inga, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with white flowers and narrow, linear leaves. It is native to the Amazon rainforest and is found in moist, open areas such as hillsides, roadsides, and disturbed areas. It is drought tolerant and prefers partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Inga yasuniana is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of firewood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Inga yasuniana has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Inga yasuniana is a fast-growing, evergreen tree native to the Amazon rainforest. It can reach heights of up to 25 m (82 ft) and is often found in disturbed areas. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be grown in a variety of soils, although it prefers well-drained, sandy soils. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is also tolerant of pruning and can be used as a hedge or windbreak.
Where to Find Inga yasuniana
Inga yasuniana is native to the Amazon rainforest and can be found in the understory of tropical forests.
Inga yasuniana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Inga yasuniana?
Inga yasuniana
What is the common name of Inga yasuniana?
Yasuni Inga
What is the natural habitat of Inga yasuniana?
Dry, rocky slopes and hillsides
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