Copaifera mildbraedii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Harms
Source:
ildis
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem8: 147 (1922)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165200
Common Names
- Mildbraedii Copaifera
- Mildbraedi Copaifera
- Mildbraed's Copaifera
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Copaifera mildbraedii (also called Mildbraed's Copaifera, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 15 meters in height. It has yellow flowers and is native to Central and South America. It is found in tropical dry forests, tropical moist forests, and tropical wet forests.
Uses & Benefits
Copaifera mildbraedii is used as an ornamental tree in landscaping and as a shade tree. The wood is used for fuel and construction, and the bark and leaves are used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Copaifera mildbraedii has small, pink to purple flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have two opposite leaves.
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Copaifera mildbraedii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Both methods require the soil to be kept moist and the plants should be given plenty of light.
Where to Find Copaifera mildbraedii
Copaifera mildbraedii is found in Central and South America, including Colombia, Peru, and Brazil.
Copaifera mildbraedii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Copaifera mildbraedii?
Copaifera mildbraedii
What is the common name of Copaifera mildbraedii?
Mildbraedii copaifera
What type of plant is Copaifera mildbraedii?
Tree
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
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Copaifera mildbraedii Harms: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.