Copaifera paupera
Copaifera paupera · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (7 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Copaifera paupera, scientifically known as Copaifera paupera, is a remarkable medicinal tree native to tropical regions. Renowned for its resinous oleoresin, this species offers significant therapeutic potential. It is traditionally utilized for its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, serving as a vital resource in natural pharmacology and holistic healing.
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Native range
- Southern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Copaifera Langsdorffii Var. Peruviana · Copaifera Reticulata Var. Peruviana · 1 more
Names
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Copaiba
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Copaifera pauperaSynonyms
- Copaifera langsdorffii var. peruviana
- Copaifera reticulata var. peruviana
- Copaiba paupera
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Copaifera paupera, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is categorized under the order Fabales. It is a member of the Fabaceae family, specifically classified within the genus Copaifera.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Copaifera | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern primarily concentrated within the western and northern regions of South America. In the western part of the continent, it can be found growing in the territories of Bolivia. Its presence also extends across the borders into Peru, marking another key area of its natural habitat. Furthermore, the species is located in the northern parts of Brazil. Together, these locations define the distinct geographical range of Copaifera paupera.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western South America | Bolivia | WCVP |
| Western South America | Peru | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil North | WCVP |
Chemicals
Copaifera paupera has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Compound 2.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Compound 2 | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Compound 2
- Planta medica
Activities
Copaifera paupera has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Cytotoxic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | Planta medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | Planta medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Copaifera paupera has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Leishmania infantum, leishmaniasis.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Leishmania infantum | BioMed research international (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leishmaniasis | Frontiers in pharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| crude extracts | BioMed research international (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| fractions of oleoresin | BioMed research international (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oleoresin | Planta medica (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oleoresins | BioMed research international (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |