Abies cephalonica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Loudon
Source:
wcs
Year:
1838
Citation Micro:
Gard. Mag. (London) 14: 81. (1838)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511042
Common Names
- Cephalonica Fir
- Abies cephalonica
- Abies
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Abies cephalonica (also called Greek Fir, among many other common names) is a species of conifer in the family Pinaceae. It is native to the mountains of southeastern Europe, from the Balkans to Romania. This evergreen tree typically grows in high-altitude forests, and can reach heights of up to 40 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Abies cephalonica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for making furniture and other wood products.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Abies cephalonica flowers are small and yellow-green, and are borne in dense clusters. The seeds are small and winged, and the seedlings are slender and conical.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Abies cephalonica is a hardy evergreen conifer that grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is relatively easy to propagate from seed, cuttings, or grafting. Seeds should be sown in late spring or early summer in a cold frame or seedbed. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer and should be rooted in a cold frame or in a pot with a well-drained soil mix. Grafting is best done in late winter or early spring.
Where to Find Abies cephalonica
Abies cephalonica can be found in the mountains of Greece and the Balkans.
Abies cephalonica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Abies cephalonica?
Abies cephalonica
What are the common names of Abies cephalonica?
Greek Fir, Greek Cedar, and Silver Fir
Where is Abies cephalonica found?
Abies cephalonica is found in the Mediterranean region, from Greece to Albania
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
John Claudius Loudon (1783-1843): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Loudon' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Abies cephalonica Loudon: Placement according to April 2023 Classification