Winged inga
Inga alata
Family: Fabaceae
What it is like
A tree.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Amazon, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, South America (country/location of origin), Venezuela
How it is used for food
It is a significant food.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Airo pene, Bene, Pakay, Pene, Sacha pakay