Copaifera duckei
Copaifera duckei, commonly known as a species of copaiba, is a significant medicinal tree native to South American rainforests. Renowned for its resinous oleoresin, it is traditionally utilized for its potent anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and healing properties, serving as a vital natural resource in diverse ethnobotanical healing practices.
- Scientific name: Copaifera duckei
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Fabales, it is classified under the family Fabaceae and the genus Copaifera. Specifically, its scientific identity is defined by the species name Copaifera duckei.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Copaifera | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Copaifera duckei, is known by various common names depending on the region and language. In Portuguese, it is frequently referred to as copaíba, while in Spanish, it is commonly called copaiba.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed across the diverse landscapes of Western South America, with a notable presence in Bolivia. Its range extends significantly into Brazil, where it can be found throughout the vast Northeast region. Furthermore, the species is widely documented within the Southeast portion of Brazil. It also inhabits the northern territories, making it a common sight in Brazil North. Overall, these specific regions define the natural habitat where this medicinal species thrives.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Southeast | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil North | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Copaifera duckei, is highly valued for its therapeutic properties, which are primarily derived from its specialized secondary metabolites. The most significant medicinal components are obtained from the oleoresin, a viscous substance harvested directly from the trunk of the tree. This oil resin serves as a potent source of bioactive compounds, such as terpenoids, which are utilized in various traditional and pharmacological applications for their anti-inflammatory and healing characteristics.- Total parts
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| oleoresin | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Oil Resin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Copaifera duckei has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include ent-agathic acid, oleoresin, trans-caryophyllene.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| ent-agathic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oleoresin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| trans-caryophyllene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |