Sapucaia tree
Copaifera coriacea
Family: Fabaceae
What it is like
A tree. It grows 20 m tall.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows near stream banks in the rainforest.
Countries/locations it is found in
Brazil, South America
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Resin - flavouring
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Baru, Cumbaru, Guranazinho
Synonyms
Copaiba coriacea (Mart.) Kuntze; Copaifera cordifolia Hayne;