Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
goniocalyx
ID:
165949

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton & Killip

Source:
ildis

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Ann. New York Acad. Sci.35: 117 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165278

Common Names

  • Goniocalyx Inga
  • Inga goniocalyx
  • Goniocalyx inga tree

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Description

Inga goniocalyx (also called Goniocalyx Inga, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to Central and South America. It has pinnate leaves and white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Inga goniocalyx is a fast-growing tree that is often used as a shade tree or a windbreak. It can also be used in soil stabilization and erosion control. It is also used as a source of firewood and timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Inga goniocalyx is small and white, with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened bean. The seedlings are small and thin, with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Inga goniocalyx can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with indirect light.

Where to Find Inga goniocalyx

Inga goniocalyx is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Inga goniocalyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Inga goniocalyx?

Inga goniocalyx

What is the common name of Inga goniocalyx?

Inga

What is the natural habitat of Inga goniocalyx?

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

Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Ellsworth Paine Killip (1890-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Killip' in the authors string.