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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;