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Inga bourgoni (Inga bourgoni)

Inga bourgoni is a flowering plant in the legume family, native to South America, known for its edible fruit and nitrogen-fixing abilities.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile soil. Tolerates a range of soil types but prefers loamy or sandy loam.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Protect young plants from intense midday sun.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Water regularly during the growing season.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile soil. Tolerates a range of soil types but prefers loamy or sandy loam.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Ideal range is 20-30°C. Avoid frost.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.

Reduce feeding in winter.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Foliage, Fruit

Plant Place Type

Ground

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

10-15 m

Spread

5-8 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Pinnately compound

Flower Size

1-2 cm

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Synonyms
Feuilleea bourgoni (Aubl.) Kuntze
Inga apta J.F.Macbr.
Inga assimilis Miq.
Inga tapajozensis Ducke
Mimosa bourgoni Aubl.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderFabales
  • familyFabaceae
  • genusInga
  • speciesInga bourgoni
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

Yes

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