Resumen

"This book explores the Chocó region, known for its biodiversity and as one of the wettest and least explored areas in the Neotropics. The primary focus is on the genus Inga (Leguminosae: Caesalpinioideae). It presents a new ecological delimitation of the Chocó, enhancing the understanding of its ecosystems. It documents 70 species of Inga, including five potential new species and eleven endemics. Additionally, a taxonomic guide is provided to facilitate the identification of these species. In ecological terms, plant communities in the Chocó contain many species of Inga, all distributed in the middle and emergent forest strata. ""The Genus Inga in the Chocó Region"" aims to enhance the understanding of both the Chocó region and the Inga genus, supporting taxonomic identification and advocating for ecological and genetic studies to improve knowledge about the genus, as well as conservation and management outcomes."