Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
osika
ID:
397714

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guillaumin

Source:
cmp

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 55: 264 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000397046



Common Names

  • Osika Pachylobus
  • Pachylobus Osika
  • Pachylobusosika


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Synonyms

  • Dacryodes osika (Guillaumin) H.J.Lam [unknown]
  • Dacryodes yangambiensis Louis ex Troupin [unknown]

Description

Pachylobus osika (also called Osika's Balsam, Osika's Balsam Tree, and Osika's Copal, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the family Burseraceae. It is native to Central America and South America, where it is found in a variety of habitats, from lowland tropical rainforest to montane cloud forest.

Uses & Benefits

Pachylobus osika is used for its medicinal properties, including treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pachylobus osika is white, with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pachylobus osika is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 2 m. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a well-draining, sandy soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, sunny spot.

Where to Find Pachylobus osika

Pachylobus osika can be found in Cameroon, Gabon, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Pachylobus osika FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pachylobus osika?

Pachylobus osika

What is the common name of Pachylobus osika?

Osika's Balsam

What is the family of Pachylobus osika?

Burseraceae

Species in the Burseraceae family

Ambilobea madagascariensis, Aucoumea klaineana, Beiselia mexicana, Boswellia globosa, Boswellia ameero, Boswellia bullata, Boswellia carteri, Boswellia dalzielii, Boswellia dioscoridis, Boswellia elongata, Boswellia frereana, Boswellia microphylla, Boswellia nana, Boswellia neglecta, Boswellia ogadensis, Boswellia ovalifoliolata, Boswellia papyrifera, Boswellia pirottae, Boswellia popoviana, Boswellia rivae, Boswellia sacra, Boswellia serrata, Boswellia socotrana, Bursera roseana, Bursera silviae, Bursera toledoana, Bursera altijuga, Bursera amplifolia, Bursera angustata, Bursera aptera, Bursera arida, Bursera ariensis, Bursera aromatica, Bursera aspleniifolia, Bursera attenuata, Bursera bicolor, Bursera biflora, Bursera bipinnata, Bursera bolivarii, Bursera bonetii, Bursera brunea, Bursera cerasifolia, Bursera chemapodicta, Bursera cinerea, Bursera citronella, Bursera collina, Bursera confusa, Bursera copallifera, Bursera coyucensis, Bursera crenata,