There are 35 Known species of Copaifera, found mainly in tropical South America (Brazil ,Argentina, Bolivia, Guyana, Colombia, Pero, and Venezuela)
Copaiba oil has been used traditionally in many cultured to treat a variety of ailments, including skin conditions, tooth decay, respiratory problems, and digestive issues.
It has anti-inflammatory,antiseptic, and antifungal properties,and is believed to help reduce pain, improve immunity, and support overall health.
It is commonly used in aromatherapy and topical applications, as well as being added to bath salts and other products.
Copaiba oil can be used topicaly or aromatically.
when applied topically, it can be diluted with the carrier oil such as coconut or jojova oil and applied directly to the skin.
When used aromatically, it can be diffuser in an essential oil or added to a worm bath.
Copaiba oil can also be ingested, 2-3 times daily 1-5 drops.
A popolar home-remedy is as an antiseptic gargle for sore throats and tonsilitis ( 15 drops of resin in warm water)
In Peruvian traditional medicen, three or four drops of the resin are mixed with a spoonful of honey and taken as a natural sore throat remedy. It is also employed in to reduce inflammation and increase urination, and in the treatment of incontinence, ulcers, syphilis, tetanus, bronchitis, catarrh, herpes, pleurisy, tuberculosis, hemorrhages, and more