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Inga

Inga is a genus of small tough-leaved, nitrogen-fixing trees and shrubs, subfamily Mimosoideae. Inga's leaves are pinnate, and flowers are generally white with some green. The seeds are covered with sweet white powder. All inga species produce their seeds in "bean-like" pods. Trees can reach up to 15 m. Within the inga genus there are around 300 species. Most of them native and growing in the Amazon forest region.

Scientific classification

Genus

Inga (Inga)

Family

Legume

Order

Legumes, milkworts and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Species

Ice-cream-bean Sacky sac bean Ice-cream bean tree

Care Guide for Inga

Every 2-3 weeks

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Native to tropical regions, inga thrives in high humidity and consistent moisture. It prefers evenly moist, well-drained soil and benefits from regular watering every 2-3 weeks. Best suited for outdoor cultivation, inga flourishes as an evergreen, mimicking its natural rainforest habitat.

Propagation: To propagate inga, use seed sowing with proper warmth (25-30°C), consistent moisture, and well-draining soil. Techniques like scarification aid germination. Ensure dappled sunlight for young seedlings, and transplant once established. Moderate difficulty due to seed dormancy and over-watering sensitivity.

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