Copaifera laevis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dwyer
Source:
ildis
Year:
1951
Citation Micro:
Brittonia7: 161 (1951)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165641
Common Names
- Laevis Copaiba
- Copaiba Laevis
- Copaifera Laevis
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Copaifera laevis (also called Copaiba, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the family Fabaceae. It is native to tropical South America, where it is found in the Amazon rainforest and other tropical forests. It typically grows in moist, lowland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Copaifera laevis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, as a source of food, and for its timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Copaifera laevis are small and yellow, with five petals. The seeds are small and round, with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and thin, with a single stem and two leaves.
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Copaifera laevis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Copaifera laevis
Copaifera laevis is native to the Amazon biome in Brazil. It is found in the states of Amazonas, Pará, Rondônia, and Mato Grosso.
Copaifera laevis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Copaifera laevis?
Copaifera laevis
What is the common name of Copaifera laevis?
Smooth Copaifera
Where is Copaifera laevis 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
John Duncan Dwyer (1915-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dwyer' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Copaifera laevis Dwyer: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.