Ice Cream Bean Tree – Inga edulis Live Seedling | 4–8 Inches Tall | 3-Inch Pot Fast-Growing Tropical Tree | Sweet Vanilla-Flavored Pods | Nitrogen-Fixing Shade Tree

Grow one of the most unique tropical fruits in the world with the Ice Cream Bean Tree (Inga edulis). This fast-growing tropical tree produces long, flat seed pods filled with a fluffy, sweet pulp often compared to vanilla ice cream or cotton candy.

Native to Central and South American rainforests, Ice Cream Bean trees are prized not only for their delicious fruit but also for their beautiful umbrella-shaped canopy and lush tropical foliage. During flowering season, the tree produces clusters of fragrant white blooms that attract pollinators and support biodiversity.

The elongated pods—typically 6 to 12 inches long—contain soft, creamy pulp surrounding the seeds. The flavor is light, sweet, and dessert-like, making it a favorite among tropical fruit enthusiasts and rare plant collectors.

In addition to producing edible pods, Inga edulis is a nitrogen-fixing tree. Its roots work with beneficial soil microbes to naturally improve soil fertility, making it valuable in food forests, permaculture systems, and sustainable gardens.

At Tyler Farms, our plants are grown the old-fashioned way:
✔️ No pesticides
✔️ No synthetic fertilizers
✔️ Only natural inputs like worm castings and fish emulsion

Your plant will arrive as a healthy, nursery-grown seedling in a reusable 3-inch pot.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 Ice Cream Bean Tree (Inga edulis)
✔️ Height: approximately 4–8 inches
✔️ Shipped in a 3-inch reusable pot
✔️ USA-grown, non-GMO
✔️ Carefully packaged for safe shipping

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: Ice Cream Bean Tree
Botanical Name: Inga edulis
Plant Type: Fast-growing tropical fruit tree
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial sun
Soil: Well-drained, adaptable; tolerates various soil types
Mature Height: 30–60+ feet in ground (smaller with pruning)
Growth Rate: Fast
Fruit Flavor: Sweet, vanilla-like, cotton-candy texture
Cold Tolerance: Sensitive to frost; protect below 32°F
Nitrogen Fixing: Yes
Container Growing: Possible when young; large container required long-term

Ice Cream Bean trees thrive in tropical and subtropical climates. In cooler regions, they can be grown in containers and moved indoors during cold months. Regular pruning helps manage size.