Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
megaphylla
ID:
210996

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poncy & Vester

Source:
ildis

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Novon5: 384 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210325

Common Names

  • Inga Megaphylla
  • Megaphylla Inga
  • Megaphylla

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Description

Inga megaphylla (also called 'Large-leaved Inga', among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub that is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It typically grows to a height of 6-10 meters, and has a trunk diameter of up to 20 cm. It prefers wet, tropical habitats, such as lowland forests and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Inga megaphylla is used as an ornamental plant, for soil stabilization, and as a shade tree.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Inga megaphylla are white and fragrant. The seeds are small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings have thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Inga megaphylla is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. When grown from seed, it should be sown in early spring in a well-drained soil. When grown from cuttings, the cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. The plant should be kept in full sun and watered regularly.

Where to Find Inga megaphylla

Inga megaphylla can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Inga megaphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Inga megaphylla?

Inga megaphylla

What is the common name of Inga megaphylla?

Large-leafed bean

What is the family of Inga megaphylla?

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

Odile Poncy (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poncy' in the authors string.
Hans Vester: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vester' in the authors string.