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Inga Assu, scientifically known as Inga cinnamomea, is a tree native to the tropical regions of Bolivia, Brazil North, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Peru, and Suriname. Inga Assu (Latin: Inga cinnamomea, family Fabaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Inga Assu is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Inga Assu is a member of the Fabaceae family native to BOL, BZN, CLM, ECU, FRG, and PER. Inga Assu thrives in full sun and requires moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Inga Assu grows best in USDA zone 10-12, full sun light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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