Inga santaremnensis
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Summary
Source: WikipediaInga santaremnensis is a species of plant in the family Fabaceae. It is found only in Brazil.
Description
A tropical tree in the Fabaceae family with long pod fruits. It grows readily from fresh seeds, which germinate within 1-2 weeks in moist, shaded conditions.
Edible Uses
The pulp of the 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, South America,
Cultivation
Plants grow easily from fresh seeds. Seeds germinate in 1-2 weeks given moisture and shade.
References (1)
- 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 445
