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Densely flowered Inga (Inga densiflora)
Family: Fabaceae | Edibility: Choice Edible (4/5)
Inga densiflora is a tropical tree usually found in South America. The fruit is eaten raw and is highly valued for its sweet pulp surrounding the seeds. The plant is used as a shade tree in coffee plantations.
Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons
Edible Parts: Fruit
Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer
Flavor & Culinary Uses
sweet flavour. — Highly valued, the white pulp surrounding the seeds has a sweet flavour.
Habitat & North American Range
Not known. (Zone 10)