Inga spectabilis (Ice Cream Bean)

Inga spectabilis, Ice Cream Bean, Guabo, Guaba machete

Botanical name: Inga spectabilis

Common names: Ice Cream Bean, Guabo, Guaba machete

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Mimosoideae

Origin: Central and Southern America

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

The Inga spectabilis is very rare in cultivation. It is also called the Machete Ice Cream Bean because of its shape. Like the more common Inga edulis, this Ice Cream Bean has seeds that are surrounded by delicious white and soft flesh. Because the seed pot has a thicker shell, it is more resistant to external influences. In tropical conditions a seedling can give fruit after 3 years. The tree is very vigorous and fast growing, in favorable conditions it can reach a height of more than 30 ft. The Machete Ice Cream Bean is also can be used as an ornamental shade tree.

Watch the video: How to plant Ice Cream Bean Tree: Eating the fruit and planting the tree.


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