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Ice Cream Bean

Inga edulis

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas within the Afrotropic biogeographic realm.

Widely distributed across Africa (Angola, Equatorial Guinea, Sao Tome and Principe), North America (El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Guaba
French pois doux
Portuguese Ingá

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ice Cream Bean?
The scientific name of Ice Cream Bean is Inga edulis. It belongs to the genus Inga.
What is the conservation status of Ice Cream Bean?
Ice Cream Bean (Inga edulis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Ice Cream Bean live?
Ice Cream Bean is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Angola, Equatorial Guinea, Sao Tome and Principe), North America (El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).. Countries include Angola, Australia, Brazil, Colombia, El Salvador, Equatorial Guinea, Guatemala, Honduras, Sao Tome and Principe.
What family does Ice Cream Bean belong to?
Ice Cream Bean (Inga edulis) belongs to the genus Inga, which is part of the taxonomic family Fabaceae.
Is Ice Cream Bean endangered?
No, Ice Cream Bean (Inga edulis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Ice Cream Bean belong to?
Ice Cream Bean (Inga edulis) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).
What are the closest relatives of Ice Cream Bean?
The closest relatives of Ice Cream Bean in the genus Inga include Howler Monkey Inga, Red Wood, Safford Inga, Spanish Ash, Stipulate Inga.

Native Range — 9 Countries

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