Tochache inga
Inga tocacheana
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, Ecuador, Peru, South America
How it is used for food
The pulp of the fruit is eaten.
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
Bikatawe, Migsambi, Nuto cachi, Nutu kachi