Aria inga
Inga aria
Family: Fabaceae
What it is like
A tree. The fruit is a long pod.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Amazon, Peru, South America
How it is used for food
The sweet pulp of the pod is eaten.
It is sold in local markets.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Plants grow easily from seeds. Seeds germinate in 1-2 weeks given moisture and shade.
Its other names
Local names
Shimbillo