Ilta inga
Inga ilta
Family: Fabaceae
What it is like
A tree. The fruit is a long pod.
Also as Mimosaceae.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Amazon, Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, South America
How it is used for food
The pulp around the seeds is eaten raw. The seeds are cooked and eaten. They are boiled or roasted.
It is a cultivated food plant.
Edible parts
Fruit - aril, pod pulp, seeds
How it is grown
Plants grow easily from seeds. Seeds germinate in 1-2 weeks given moisture and shade.
Its other names
Local names
Arahuashu, Atamba, Goto dan, Guaba ilta, Ilta