Copaifera multijuga
Copaifera multijuga, commonly known as Copaiba, is a versatile medicinal tree native to the Amazon rainforest. Renowned for its fragrant oleoresin, this plant provides a powerful natural remedy. Its oil is widely utilized for its potent anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and healing properties, serving as a cornerstone in traditional herbal medicine.
- Scientific name: Copaifera multijuga
- 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. It is specifically identified by the genus Copaifera, with its species name being multijuga.
| 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 multijuga, is known by various common names depending on the region and language. In English, it is frequently referred to as Copaiba. In Portuguese, it is commonly called Copaíba, while in Spanish, it is often identified as Copaiba.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution concentrated within the tropical regions of South America. It can be found growing across parts of Western South America, specifically within the borders of Bolivia. In Brazil, its presence is well-documented throughout the North region. Additionally, the species extends into the West-Central part of Brazil. These diverse locations highlight the plant's affinity for the unique ecosystems found in these specific territories.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil West-Central | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil North | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Copaifera multijuga, is a significant source of valuable therapeutic substances, most notably derived from its trunk. The primary medicinal component used is the oleoresin, an exudate that is harvested by tapping the bark of the tree. This viscous, aromatic liquid is rich in bioactive compounds, including diterpenes and sesquiterpenes, which provide the plant with its potent anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and healing properties.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| oleoresin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Copaifera multijuga has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include (-)-copalic acid, alpha-copaene, beta-caryophyllene, copalic acid, sesquiterpenes.
- Total chemicals
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| (-)-copalic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| alpha-copaene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| beta-caryophyllene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| copalic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sesquiterpenes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Copaifera multijuga has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antigenotoxic, Antimicrobial, Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antigenotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |