Inga bracteosa
Benth.
Fabaceae Edible: Fruit
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Description
A tropical tree in the legume family (Fabaceae) that produces significant food crops.
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Edible Uses
The fruit is edible and represents a significant food source.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
French Guiana, South America,
Other Information
It is a significant food.
References (1)
- Grenand, P., 1992, The Use and Cultural Significance of the Secondary Forest Among the Wayapi Indians. ORSTOM. In Sustainable Harvesting and Marketing of Rainforest Products. Island Press. Washington. p 32
