Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thibaudiana
ID:
166494

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Prodr.2: 434 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165823

Common Names

  • Thibaud's Inga
  • White Inga
  • Ice Cream Bean

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Synonyms

  • Feuilleea thibaudiana (DC.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Inga thibaudiana thibaudiana [unknown]

Description

Inga thibaudiana (also called Thibaud's 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 thibaudiana is used as a shade tree, windbreak, and for soil stabilization. It is also used for its wood, which is used for construction, furniture, and fuel.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Inga thibaudiana sub. thibaudiana
Inga thibaudiana sub. peltadenia (Harms) T.D.Penn.
Inga thibaudiana sub. russotomentella (Malme) T.D.Penn.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Inga thibaudiana are white and fragrant. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Inga thibaudiana is a medium-sized tree that can reach up to 15 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 thibaudiana

Inga thibaudiana is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Inga thibaudiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Inga thibaudiana?

Inga thibaudiana

What is the common name of Inga thibaudiana?

Inga

What is the family of Inga thibaudiana?

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