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Ice-cream bean - 3 seeds
Ice-cream bean - Seeds

Ice-cream bean - Seeds

Inga edulis

€20.94
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Fast-growing tropical tree with long pods filled with sweet, soft, edible white pulp. Great for shade and soil enrichment.

Seed packet size
On demand 1-8 weeks

Inga edulis, commonly known as ice-cream bean, guaba, or pacay, is a fast-growing tropical tree native to South America. It is prized for its long pods filled with sweet, fluffy white pulp that surrounds the seeds, a treat often compared to vanilla ice cream in taste and texture.

Beyond its fruit, Inga edulis is highly valued as a shade tree due to its dense, cooling canopy. It also enriches the soil by fixing atmospheric nitrogen, making it ideal for agroforestry systems and permaculture practices.

The tree tolerates pruning and grows well in warm, humid climates, though it can adapt to milder conditions as long as it is protected from frost. An excellent choice for those seeking an edible, ornamental, and ecologically beneficial species.

  • Reference
    Inga edulis
  • In stock
    5 Items

  • Family
    Fabaceae
  • Solar exposition
    Semisombra
    Sol
  • Watering
    High
  • Frost resistance
    Low
  • Planting time
    April
    June
    March
    May
  • Hardiness (USDA)
    10
    11
  • Lifecycle
    Perennial
  • Flower color
    White
  • Foliage
    Evergreen
  • Spacing
  • Height
  • Exotic
    Yes
  • Special treatment
    Requires scarification

Planting time

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Recommended sowing Out of season

Data sheet

  • Family
    Fabaceae
  • Solar exposition
    Semisombra, Sol
  • Watering
    High
  • Frost resistance
    Low
  • Hardiness (USDA)
    10 11
  • Lifecycle
    Perennial
  • Flower color
    White
  • Foliage
    Evergreen
  • Spacing
  • Height
  • Exotic
    Yes
  • Special treatment
    Requires scarification
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