Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
langsdorffii
ID:
166313

Status:
valid

Authors:
Desf.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1821

Citation Micro:
Mém. Mus. Hist. Nat.7: 877 (1821)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165642



Common Names

  • Langsdorffii Copaiba
  • Copaiba Langsdorffii
  • Langsdorffii Copaifera


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Synonyms

  • Copaiba langsdorfii (Desf.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Copaiba langsdorffii (Desf.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Copaifera langsdorffii (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 langsdorffii 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Copaifera langsdorffii var. laxa (Hayne) Benth.
Copaifera langsdorffii var. glabra (Vogel) Benth.
Copaifera langsdorffii var. grandifolia Benth.
Copaifera langsdorffii var. langsdorffii

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Copaifera langsdorffii are small and white, 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Copaifera langsdorffii 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 langsdorffii

Copaifera langsdorffii is native to Brazil and can be found in moist tropical forests.

Copaifera langsdorffii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Copaifera langsdorffii?

Copaifera langsdorffii

What is the common name of Copaifera langsdorffii?

Langsdorff's Copaifera

Where is Copaifera langsdorffii 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