Inga lineata
Benth.
Lineate inga
Fabaceae Edible: Fruit
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Description
A tropical tree in the legume family (Fabaceae) characterized by long pods containing edible pulp. It establishes readily from seed, germinating within 1-2 weeks given appropriate moisture and shade.
Edible Uses
The pulp contained in the long fruit pods is eaten.
Traditional Uses
The pulp of the fruit is eaten.
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Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Amazon, Andes, Ecuador, Peru, South America,
Cultivation
Plants grow easily from seeds. Seeds germinate in 1-2 weeks given moisture and shade.
Synonyms
Feuilleea lineata (Benth.) KuntzeInga monzonensis Harms
Also Known As
Rosario shimbillo, Rufindi
References (2)
- Grandtner, M. M. & Chevrette, J., 2013, Dictionary of Trees, Volume 2: South America: Nomenclature, Taxonomy and Ecology. Academic Press p 356
- Kermath, B. M., et al, 2014, Food Plants in the Americas: A survey of the domesticated, cultivated and wild plants used for Human food in North, Central and South America and the Caribbean. On line draft. p 441
