Ice Cream Bean Tree Live Plant, Inga Edulis Starter Plant, Tropical Fruit Tree, Sweet Vanilla Tasting Fruit Pods, 6–12 Inches Tall, 6 Inch Pot
Ice Cream Bean Tree Live Plant, Inga Edulis Starter Plant, Tropical Fruit Tree, Sweet Vanilla Tasting Fruit Pods, 6–12 Inches Tall, 6 Inch Pot
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Grow something truly unique with this Inga edulis Ice Cream Bean starter plant! This tropical fruit tree produces long bean-like pods filled with sweet, juicy white pulp. The soft, cotton-like pulp is often described as having a vanilla ice cream flavor.
The fruit comes in its own natural pod, making it a fun and unusual tropical treat for the home garden.
Plant Details
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Botanical name: Inga edulis
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Common name: Ice Cream Bean Tree
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Quantity: 1 live starter plant
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Approximate height: 6–12 inches
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Ships in: 6-inch nursery pot
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Fruit: Long pods containing sweet, white edible pulp
Why Grow Ice Cream Bean?
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Produces distinctive long fruit pods, which can reach approximately 2 feet according to the supplied variety information.
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Sweet, juicy white pulp with a soft cotton-like texture.
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Flavor often compared to vanilla ice cream.
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A fascinating tropical fruit tree for home gardeners and collectors.
Growing Notes
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Soil: Prefers well-drained soil but can tolerate a range of soil types.
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Water: Provide regular water while establishing and avoid waterlogged soil.
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Space: Allow room for this tree to grow as it matures.
Shipping & Plant Notes
Your plant will arrive growing in a 6-inch nursery pot and will measure approximately 6–12 inches tall. Natural variations in leaf shape, branching, and overall appearance are normal.
Live plants may experience some stress during shipping. Unpack promptly and allow your plant time to adjust to its new environment. Fruit production depends on maturity and growing conditions. Flowers and fruit are not guaranteed upon arrival.
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