Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
copallifera
ID:
576821

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sessé & Moc.) Bullock

Source:
cmp

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1936: 357 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000576153

Common Names

  • Bursera Copallifera
  • Copallifera Bursera
  • Bursera

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Synonyms

  • Terebinthus glabrescens Rose [unknown]
  • Terebinthus lanuginosa Rose [unknown]
  • Amyris copallifera Spreng. [unknown]
  • Amyris jorullensis Spreng. [unknown]
  • Amyris lanuginosa Spreng. [unknown]
  • Amyris rugosa Willd. ex Engl. [unknown]
  • Bursera glabrescens Rose [unknown]
  • Bursera jorullensis Engl. [unknown]
  • Bursera lanuginosa Engl. [unknown]
  • Bursera palmeri glabrescens S.Watson [unknown]
  • Elaphrium copalliferum Moc. & Sessé ex DC. [unknown]
  • Elaphrium crenatum Hemsl. [unknown]
  • Elaphrium glabrescens Rose [unknown]
  • Elaphrium jorullense Kunth [unknown]
  • Elaphrium lanuginosum Kunth [unknown]

Description

Bursera copallifera (also called Copal Bursera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Burseraceae family. It is native to the Sonoran Desert in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is a small, slow-growing tree or shrub that grows in arid regions, often in association with cacti and other succulents.

Uses & Benefits

Bursera copallifera has been used medicinally as a diuretic, antispasmodic, and antiseptic. It has also been used as a natural insect repellent and as a source of fuel for cooking.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bursera copallifera is a small yellow flower that grows in clusters. The seed is small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bursera copallifera is a species of shrub in the Burseraceae family. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. To cultivate, it should be grown in a warm, humid environment with bright indirect light. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Bursera copallifera

Bursera copallifera can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Belize.

Bursera copallifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bursera copallifera?

Bursera copallifera

What type of plant is Bursera copallifera?

Tree

What is the optimal soil type for Bursera copallifera?

Well-drained, sandy soil

Species in the Bursera genus

Bursera roseana, Bursera silviae, Bursera toledoana, Bursera altijuga, Bursera amplifolia, Bursera angustata, Bursera aptera, Bursera arida, Bursera ariensis, Bursera aromatica, Bursera aspleniifolia, Bursera attenuata, Bursera bicolor, Bursera biflora, Bursera bipinnata, Bursera bolivarii, Bursera bonetii, Bursera brunea, Bursera cerasifolia, Bursera chemapodicta, Bursera cinerea, Bursera citronella, Bursera collina, Bursera confusa, Bursera copallifera, Bursera coyucensis, Bursera crenata, Bursera cuneata, Bursera denticulata, Bursera discolor, Bursera diversifolia, Bursera dubia, Bursera epinnata, Bursera esparzae, Bursera excelsa, Bursera fagaroides, Bursera filicifolia, Bursera fragilis, Bursera fragrantissima, Bursera frenningiae, Bursera galeottiana, Bursera glabra, Bursera glabrifolia, Bursera glauca, Bursera gracilipes, Bursera grandifolia, Bursera graveolens, Bursera heliae, Bursera heteresthes, Bursera heterophylla,

Species in the Burseraceae family

Ambilobea madagascariensis, Aucoumea klaineana, Beiselia mexicana, Boswellia globosa, Boswellia ameero, Boswellia bullata, Boswellia carteri, Boswellia dalzielii, Boswellia dioscoridis, Boswellia elongata, Boswellia frereana, Boswellia microphylla, Boswellia nana, Boswellia neglecta, Boswellia ogadensis, Boswellia ovalifoliolata, Boswellia papyrifera, Boswellia pirottae, Boswellia popoviana, Boswellia rivae, Boswellia sacra, Boswellia serrata, Boswellia socotrana, Bursera roseana, Bursera silviae, Bursera toledoana, Bursera altijuga, Bursera amplifolia, Bursera angustata, Bursera aptera, Bursera arida, Bursera ariensis, Bursera aromatica, Bursera aspleniifolia, Bursera attenuata, Bursera bicolor, Bursera biflora, Bursera bipinnata, Bursera bolivarii, Bursera bonetii, Bursera brunea, Bursera cerasifolia, Bursera chemapodicta, Bursera cinerea, Bursera citronella, Bursera collina, Bursera confusa, Bursera copallifera, Bursera coyucensis, Bursera crenata,

References

Martín Sessé y Lacasta (1751-1808): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sessé' in the authors string.
José Mariano Mociño (1757-1819): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moc.' in the authors string.
Arthur Allman Bullock (1906-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bullock' in the authors string.