Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trapezifolia
ID:
166330

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hayne

Source:
ildis

Year:
1827

Citation Micro:
Getreue Darstell. Gew.10: t. 23 (1827)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165659

Common Names

  • Trapezifolia Copaiba
  • Copaiba Trapezifolia
  • Copaifera Trapezifolia

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Synonyms

  • Copaiba trapezifolia (Hayne) Kuntze [valid]
  • Copaifera trapezifolia crassiuscula Hayne [valid]
  • Copaifera trapezifolia tennella Hayne [valid]

Description

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Copaifera trapezifolia 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 trapezifolia 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 trapezifolia

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

Copaifera trapezifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Copaifera trapezifolia?

Copaifera trapezifolia

What is the common name of Copaifera trapezifolia?

Trapezifolia copaiba

Where is Copaifera trapezifolia found?

Copaifera trapezifolia 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