Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
copallifera
ID:
169010

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benn.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot.1: 150 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168339

Common Names

  • Guibourtia Copallifera
  • Copalwood
  • African Rosewood

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Synonyms

  • Guibourtia vuilletiana (A.Chev.) A.Chev. [valid]
  • Guibourtia vuilletii (A.Chev.) A.Chev. [unknown]
  • Copaifera guibourtiana Benth. [valid]
  • Copaifera copallifera (Benn.) Milne-Redh. [valid]
  • Copaiva guibourtiana (Benth.) A.Lyons [valid]
  • Copaifera copallina (Benn.) Baill. [valid]
  • Copaiba copallifera (Benn.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Copaifera vuilletiana A.Chev. [valid]

Description

Guibourtia copallifera (also called Copalliferous Guibourtia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, moist montane forests, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Guibourtia copallifera is used for making furniture, flooring, and other wood products. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Guibourtia copallifera has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with round leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Guibourtia copallifera can be propagated from seeds, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Guibourtia copallifera

Guibourtia copallifera can be found in tropical Africa.

Guibourtia copallifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Guibourtia copallifera?

Guibourtia copallifera

What is the family of Guibourtia copallifera?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Guibourtia copallifera?

Copal-bearing guibourtia

Species in the Fabaceae family