Ornate inga
Inga ornata
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
Andes, Colombia, Ecuador, South America
How it is used for food
The aril or fleshy layer around the seeds is eaten raw.
It is cultivated.
Edible parts
Fruit - aril, pod pulp
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
Guamo bejuco, Sambim