This book describes the 91 known Peruvian species of Inga. Each species has a short botanical description, a superb full-page line illustration, a distribution map and information on phenology, ecology, actual and potential uses. There is an account of the ecology and vegetation of Peru, and a chapter on utilization, species selection, seed collection and storage, propagation and management.

This book describes the 75 known Ecuadorian species of Inga (Leguminosae-Mimosoideae). Each species has a short botanical description, a superb full-page line illustration, a distribution map and information on phenology, ecology, actual and potential uses. There is an introductory chapter on utilization, species selection, seed collection and storage, propagation and management.