| Pacay | |
| Inga feuillei | |
| a.k.a. Ice Cream Bean |
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Similar to the ice cream bean, and sometimes confused with it, the pacay is a large, podded fruit with edible white pulp surrounding large seeds.
Description: Medium to large sized tree up to 60+ feet tall.
Hardiness: Will stand temperatures
to the 30's when mature.
Growing Environment: Naturally occurs
near river banks, so it enjoys year-round irrigation.
Propagation: By seeds. Seeds should not be allowed to dry before planting and generally begin germination while still in the fruits.
Uses: Generally eaten fresh.
Native Range: Native to Central and South America.