Copaifera bracteata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1840
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Hooker)2: 101 (1840)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165627
Common Names
- Bracteata Copaiba
- Copaiba Bracteata
- Copaifera Bracteata
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- Copaiba bracteata (Benth.) Kuntze [valid]
Description
Copaifera bracteata (also called Bracted Copaiba, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Central and South America. It has small, white flowers and grows in tropical and subtropical forests. It is often found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and abandoned fields.
Uses & Benefits
Copaifera bracteata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It can also be used to make herbal tea which is believed to have many health benefits such as aiding digestion, reducing inflammation, and improving circulation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Copaifera bracteata is a yellow, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and oval-shaped leaves.
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Copaifera bracteata is a tropical perennial plant native to Central and South America. It is easy to grow and propagate, and can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings can be taken from the stem or root and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods will require regular watering and fertilizing to ensure healthy growth.
Where to Find Copaifera bracteata
Copaifera bracteata is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America.
Copaifera bracteata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Copaifera bracteata?
Copaifera bracteata
What is the common name of Copaifera bracteata?
Bracted Copaifera
Where is Copaifera bracteata native to?
South America
Species in the Copaifera genus
Copaifera baumiana, Copaifera mildbraedii, Copaifera officinalis, Copaifera religiosa, Copaifera salikounda, Copaifera aromatica, Copaifera bracteata, Copaifera brasiliensis, Copaifera canime, Copaifera depilis, Copaifera duckei, Copaifera elliptica, Copaifera epunctata, Copaifera glycycarpa, Copaifera guyanensis, Copaifera gynohirsuta, Copaifera laevis, Copaifera langsdorffii, Copaifera lucens, Copaifera luetzelburgii, Copaifera magnifolia, Copaifera majorina, Copaifera malmei, Copaifera marginata, Copaifera multijuga, Copaifera oblongifolia, Copaifera panamensis, Copaifera paupera, Copaifera piresii, Copaifera pubiflora, Copaifera reticulata, Copaifera rondonii, Copaifera trapezifolia, Copaifera venezuelana, Copaifera utilissima, Copaifera nana, Copaifera bulbotricha, Copaifera coriacea, Copaifera martii, Copaifera arenicola, Copaifera krukovii, Copaifera oblongifolia, Copaifera sabulicola, Copaifera camibar, Copaifera palustris, Copaifera guianensis,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Copaifera bracteata Benth.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.