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Feathery inga
Inga plumifera

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, Brazil, Colombia, Peru, South America


How it is used for food

The pulp of the fruit is eaten.

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown

Plants grow easily from fresh seeds. Seeds germinate in 1-2 weeks given moisture and shade.


Its other names

Local names

Cotochupa, Coto shimbillo, Guamo

Synonyms

Feuilleea plumifera (Spruce ex Benth.) Kuntze;