Botanical Profile
Inga edulis is a fast-growing tropical tree in the Fabaceae family, cultivated for its edible seed pods and nitrogen-fixing ability.
Scientific Name
Inga edulis Mart. (commonly known as Ice Cream Bean)
Local Name
Ice Cream Bean, Guaba, Guamo
Native Habitat
Native to Central and South America. It grows in humid tropical lowland forests with warm temperatures, high rainfall, and fertile soils.
Germination Difficulty
Easy — fresh seeds germinate quickly but lose viability rapidly after drying.
Germination Timeframe
Usually 1–3 weeks under warm and humid conditions.
Growing Condition
Prefers full sun to partial shade, fertile well-draining soil, moderate to high humidity, and temperatures between 22–32°C. Young seedlings require regular watering during establishment.
Collector Significance
Collectors value this species for its sweet edible pulp, rapid growth, and usefulness in agroforestry and tropical food forests.
General Information
These seeds are rare and often hard to find online. Many available seeds have low viability due to long storage, but we provide fresh seeds with higher germination potential.
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