Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bijuga
ID:
165879

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schery

Source:
ildis

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot.28: 257 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165208

Common Names

  • Bijuga Inga
  • Bijuga Bean
  • Bijuga Tree

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Description

Inga bijuga (also called Bijugate Inga, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 15 meters in height. It has yellow flowers and is native to Central and South America. It is found in tropical dry forests, tropical moist forests, and tropical wet forests.

Uses & Benefits

Inga bijuga is used as an ornamental tree and for shade. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Inga bijuga are white and fragrant. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a dark green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Inga bijuga is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that grows to a height of 15-20 m. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature branches and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are established.

Where to Find Inga bijuga

Inga bijuga can be found in Central and South America.

Inga bijuga FAQ

What is the scientific name of Inga bijuga?

Inga bijuga

What is the common name of Inga bijuga?

Bijuga inga

What type of plant is Inga bijuga?

Tree

Species in the Inga genus

Inga allenii, Inga chocoensis, Inga exalata, Inga mortoniana, Inga acreana, Inga acrocephala, Inga adenophylla, Inga affinis, Inga alata, Inga aliena, Inga auristellae, Inga barbata, Inga barbourii, Inga belizensis, Inga bicoloriflora, Inga bijuga, Inga blanchetiana, Inga bollandii, Inga brachyrhachis, Inga brachystachys, Inga brevipes, Inga bullata, Inga bullatorugosa, Inga calantha, Inga calanthoides, Inga capitata, Inga caudata, Inga cayennensis, Inga cecropietorum, Inga chartacea, Inga chrysantha, Inga cinnamomea, Inga cocleensis, Inga cookii, Inga coragypsea, Inga cordatoalata, Inga coruscans, Inga cynometrifolia, Inga densiflora, Inga disticha, Inga dominicensis, Inga duckei, Inga fendleriana, Inga ferrugineo-hirta, Inga feuilleei, Inga glomeriflora, Inga goldmanii, Inga goniocalyx, Inga graciliflora, Inga gracilifolia,

Species in the Fabaceae family