Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pubiflora
ID:
166326

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Hooker)2: 101 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165655



Common Names

  • Pubiflora Copaiba
  • Copaiba Pubiflora
  • Copaifera Pubiflora


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Synonyms

  • Copaifera martii publiflora (Benth.) Benth. [unknown]
  • Copaifera martii pubiflora (Benth.) Benth. [unknown]

Description

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Copaifera pubiflora has small, yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Copaifera pubiflora 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 pubiflora

Copaifera pubiflora is native to Central and South America and can be found in Panama, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Honduras, Colombia, and Venezuela.

Copaifera pubiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Copaifera pubiflora?

Copaifera pubiflora

What is the common name of Copaifera pubiflora?

Pubiflora copaiba

Where is Copaifera pubiflora found?

Copaifera pubiflora 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