Inga spectabilis (Ice Cream Bean) - Image 7

Botanical name: Inga spectabilis

Common names: Ice Cream Bean, Guabo, Guaba machete

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Mimosoideae

Origin: Central and Southern America

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-11?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge tree taller than 20 ftFull sunRegular waterWhite, off-white flowersEdible plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
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