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Copal, scientifically known as Hymenaea martiana and belonging to the Fabaceae family, is a tree native to regions in Bolivia, Brazil (including North, Northeast, Southeast, and West-Central), Colombia, and Paraguay. Copal (Latin: Hymenaea martiana, family Fabaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Copal is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Copal is a member of the Fabaceae family native to BOL, BZN, BZE, BZL, BZC, and CLM. Copal thrives in full sun and requires moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Copal grows best in USDA zone 10-12, full sun light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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