Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Pinales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amabilis
ID:
511657

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Douglas ex. Loudon) J.Forbes

Source:
wcs

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Pinet. Woburn. 125. (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510989

Common Names

  • Amabilis Fir
  • Pacific Silver Fir
  • Abies Amabilis

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Description

Abies amabilis (also called 'Pacific Silver Fir', among many other common names) is a tree that grows up to 30m tall. It is native to western North America and is found in coniferous forests. It has small, yellow-green flowers and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Abies amabilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a pleasant smell and is often used as a natural air freshener. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Abies amabilis is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Abies amabilis: Abies amabilis is a coniferous tree native to North America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in the fall and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or fall and rooted in a moist medium.

Where to Find Abies amabilis

Abies amabilis can be found in the mountains of western North America.

Abies amabilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abies amabilis?

Abies amabilis

What is the common name of Abies amabilis?

Pacific Silver Fir

Where is Abies amabilis native to?

North America

Species in the Abies genus

Species in the Pinaceae family

Abies alba, Abies amabilis, Abies balsamea, Abies beshanzuensis, Abies borisii-regis, Abies bracteata, Abies cephalonica, Abies chensiensis, Abies cilicica, Abies concolor, Abies delavayi, Abies densa, Abies durangensis, Abies fabri, Abies fanjingshanensis, Abies fargesii, Abies firma, Abies flinckii, Abies forrestii, Abies fraseri, Abies grandis, Abies guatemalensis, Abies hickelii, Abies hidalgensis, Abies holophylla, Abies homolepis, Abies kawakamii, Abies koreana, Abies lasiocarpa, Abies magnifica, Abies mariesii, Abies nebrodensis, Abies nephrolepis, Abies nordmanniana, Abies numidica, Abies pindrow, Abies pinsapo, Abies procera, Abies recurvata, Abies religiosa, Abies sachalinensis, Abies sibirica, Abies spectabilis, Abies squamata, Abies veitchii, Abies vejarii, Abies yuanbaoshanensis, Abies ziyuanensis, Abies jaliscana, Abies phanerolepis,

References

David Douglas (1799-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Douglas' in the authors string.
James Forbes (1773-1861): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Forbes' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Abies amabilis (Douglas ex. Loudon) J.Forbes: Placement according to April 2023 Classification