Higher classification Legumes | Scientific name Copaifera Rank Genus | |
Lower classifications Copaifera langsdorffii, Copaifera salikounda, Copaifera panamensis, Copaifera epunctata | ||
Copaifera is a genus of flowering plants in the legume family, Fabaceae.
The scientific name means "copal-bearer" (or more accurately, copaiba-bearer), since economically important resins and essential oils can be acquired from them. They are also important for production of biodiesel and wood, especially Copaifera langsdorffii. Other species are threatened, mainly by deforestation.
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