Inga vera subsp. eriocarpa
Family: Fabaceae
What it is like
A tree. The fruit is a long pod.
There are 350 Inga species. Also as Mimosaceae.
Where it is found
A tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Central America, Mexico, North America
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Fruit, pods
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
Joanquinaquil
Synonyms
Inga eriocarpa Benth.; Inga oophylla Riley;