Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
krukovii
ID:
746891

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dwyer) J.A.S.Costa

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Neodiversity4: 14 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746224



Common Names

  • Copaifera krukovii
  • Krukov's Copaifera
  • Krukov's Copaifera


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Synonyms

  • Copaifera langsdorffii krukovii Dwyer [valid]

Description

Copaifera krukovii (also called Krukov's Copaifera, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen tree in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Peru, and is found in subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. It is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 20 meters tall and has a trunk diameter of up to 40 cm.

Uses & Benefits

Copaifera krukovii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its wood is used to make furniture and musical instruments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Copaifera krukovii has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Copaifera krukovii is a small tree native to the Amazon rainforest. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers partial shade and well-drained soils.

Where to Find Copaifera krukovii

Copaifera krukovii is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Copaifera krukovii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Copaifera krukovii?

Copaifera krukovii

What is the natural habitat of Copaifera krukovii?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

What is the conservation status of Copaifera krukovii?

Least Concern

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

John Duncan Dwyer (1915-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dwyer' in the authors string.
Jorge Antônio Silva Costa: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.A.S.Costa' in the authors string.