Bursera copallifera
Bursera copaillafera, commonly known as Copaifera, is a versatile medicinal plant valued in traditional ethnobotany. Renowned for its resinous properties, it is frequently utilized to treat inflammation, skin ailments, and respiratory issues. This plant serves as a vital natural resource, offering significant therapeutic potential in holistic healing practices.
- Scientific name: Bursera copallifera
- Family: Burseraceae
- Native range: Northern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Bursera copallifera, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. It is classified under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae within the order Sapindales. Finally, it is a member of the family Burseraeaceae and falls under the genus Bursera.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Sapindales | WCVP |
| Family | Burseraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Bursera | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Bursera copaillifera, is recognized by various regional names depending on the specific botanical classification or local usage. In Spanish, it is referred to by several names including Amyris copaillifera, Amyris joruillensis, Amyris lanuginosa, Amyris rugosa, and Bursera glabrescens.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| es | Amyris copallifera | Wikidata |
| es | Amyris jorullensis | Wikidata |
| es | Amyris lanuginosa | Wikidata |
| es | Amyris rugosa | Wikidata |
| es | Bursera glabrescens | Wikidata |
| es | Bursera jorullensis | Wikidata |
| es | Bursera lanuginosa | Wikidata |
| es | Bursera palmeri var. glabrescens | Wikidata |
| es | Elaphrium copalliferum | Wikidata |
| es | Elaphrium crenatum | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, Bursera copallifera, is native to several distinct regions within Mexico. Its geographical range is notably widespread, covering a significant portion of the country's diverse landscapes. Specifically, it can be found growing in the central part of Mexico. The species also extends its presence into the northeast and the gulf regions of the nation. Additionally, this medicinal plant is distributed throughout the southwest region of Mexico.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Gulf | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
Chemicals
Bursera copallifera has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include acetone.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| acetone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |