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Whitey
Inga jenmanii

Family: Fabaceae


What it is like

A large tree. The leaves are small and have 6 leaflets. The flowers are white and in groups. The pods are green and 9 cm long. They are smooth and thick. The pod pulp is white.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows near riverbanks.

Countries/locations it is found in

Guyana, South America


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Pod pulp


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Waisyimiri, Warakosa

Synonyms