Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Fabaceae

Genus:

Copaifera

Species:

Copaifera langsdorffii var. grandifolia

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Tree

Height:

3000 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

sep,oct,nov

Bloom Colors:

white, cream

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, birds

Fragrant:

Yes

Fire Ecology:

Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire

Fire Notes:

Cerrado-adapted species with thick bark and ability to resprout from root crown after fire. Benefits from periodic fire typical of savanna ecosystems.

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

15–45 days

Notes:

Seeds lose viability quickly and should be planted fresh. Germination improved with removal of aril and planting in warm, moist conditions.

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