What is another word for Zanzibar Copal?
Pronunciation: [zˈanzɪbˌɑː kˈə͡ʊpə͡l] (IPA) 
Zanzibar copal is an aromatic resin derived from the trees of the Burseraceae family which grows in East Africa. This resin is popularly used in traditional medicine, perfumes, and incense. Some of the synonyms for Zanzibar copal include copal, African copal, gum copal, East African copal, Zanzibar incense, and Kenya copal. Copal is a generic term used for resins that are used for incense, medicinal, and ceremonial purposes. Gum copal is a term reserved for the resin obtained from the genus Trachylobium while East African copal is specific to the resin obtained from Hymenaea verrucosa. These synonymous names help with the identification and sourcing of these tree resins.
