Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
panamensis
ID:
166323

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Britton) Standl.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Trop. Woods34: 41 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165652



Common Names

  • Panamensis Copaiba
  • Copaiba Panamensis
  • Panamensis Copaifera


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Synonyms

  • Copaiva panamensis Britton & Rose [deprecated]
  • Copaiva panamensis Britton [valid]

Description

Copaifera panamensis (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 panamensis is used as a timber tree and its resin is used to produce incense, perfumes, and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Copaifera panamensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet fragrance. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Copaifera panamensis 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 panamensis

Copaifera panamensis is native to Central America and can be found in Panama, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and Honduras.

Copaifera panamensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Copaifera panamensis?

Copaifera panamensis

What is the common name of Copaifera panamensis?

Panamensis copaiba

Where is Copaifera panamensis found?

Copaifera panamensis is found in Central and 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

Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.