Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
pubescens
ID:
397711

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vermoesen

Source:
cmp

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Man. Ess. Forest. Congo : 195 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000397043



Common Names

  • Hairy Pachylobus
  • Pachylobus pubescens
  • Pubescens Pachylobus


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Synonyms

  • Pachylobus gossweileri Exell [unknown]
  • Dacryodes pubescens (Vermoesen) H.J.Lam [unknown]

Description

Pachylobus pubescens (also called Hairy Balsam, Hairy Balsam Tree, and Hairy 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 pubescens 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

Pachylobus pubescens has white flowers with yellow centers, and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and thin with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pachylobus pubescens 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 pubescens

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

Pachylobus pubescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pachylobus pubescens?

Pachylobus pubescens

What is the common name of Pachylobus pubescens?

Hairy Balsam

What is the family of Pachylobus pubescens?

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,