Hymenaea is a genus of flowering trees in the family Fabaceae, commonly found in tropical regions of Africa, South America, and the Caribbean. These trees are known for their large, fragrant flowers and produce a hard, durable wood often used in construction and furniture making. The most notable species within this genus is Hymenaea courbaril, also known as the jatoba or Brazilian cherry. This tree is valued for its edible fruit, which is rich in nutrients, and its resin, called copal, used in incense and varnishes.