Understanding biodiversity better

RBG Kew

Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
London, United Kingdom

These are the remarkable fruits of the ice cream bean (Inga edulis). Cultivated on the grounds of Antonio Lodge on the Urubu River, near Lindoia, Brazil. The nocturnal, brush-like flowers of Inga rhynchocalyx only last for one night and are mainly pollinated by bats.

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Title: Understanding biodiversity better
Creator: RBG Kew
Location Created: Brazil
Rights: RBG Kew

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