- Home »
- Information »
- White Inga
White Inga
Inga laurina
a.k.a. Inga fagifolia, Inga-Branco, Inga-de-praia
A lesser known ice cream bean bearing yellow-white fruits up to 3-5". Fruits tend to be wider and smoother than some of the more common ice cream bean species. Fruits pulp is said to be edible, with a mildly sweet flavor.
Seed Availability
Seeds are not available for the White Inga. Please visit our seed store to view current selections.
Description
A medium sized tree growing to 25-50 feet. Has the typical compound leaves found in many ice cream bean species. Flowers are axillary, with single spikes containing numerous small flowers.
Hardiness
Unknown. Likely not too frost hardy.
Growing Environment
Unknown.
Propagation
By seeds.
Uses
Fruits are said to be edible, but this species is not cultivated.
Native Range
Native to Brazil.