Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bulbotricha
ID:
179850

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rizzini & Heringer

Source:
ildis

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Rodriguésia29(43): 149 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000179179



Common Names

  • Copaifera bulbotricha
  • Copaiba
  • Copaiba Balsam


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Description

Copaifera bulbotricha (also called butterfly pea, wild blue lupine, and wild blue pea, among many other common names) is a perennial legume native to the Caribbean, Central and South America. It grows in a variety of habitats, including disturbed sites, pastures, and roadsides. It has a low-growing, sprawling habit and produces small, purple-blue flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Copaifera bulbotricha is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant, and it has been used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues. The plant is also known for its anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Copaifera bulbotricha has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Copaifera bulbotricha is a perennial plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It is a fast-growing, low-maintenance plant that is easy to propagate by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. The plants should be spaced at least 20 cm apart and can be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Copaifera bulbotricha

Copaifera bulbotricha is native to Central America and can be found in Honduras, Guatemala, and Nicaragua.

Copaifera bulbotricha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Copaifera bulbotricha?

Copaifera bulbotricha

What is the common name of Copaifera bulbotricha?

Bulbotrich Copaifera

What is the natural habitat of Copaifera bulbotricha?

Tropical and subtropical regions of the world

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

Carlos Toledo Rizzini (1921-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rizzini' in the authors string.
Ezechias Heringer (1905-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heringer' in the authors string.