Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Pinales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fanjingshanensis
ID:
511809

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.L.Huang, Y.L.Tu & S.Z.Fang

Source:
wcs

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 22: 154. (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511141

Common Names

  • Fanjingshan Fir
  • Fanjingshan Silver Fir
  • Fanjingshan Abies

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Description

Abies fanjingshanensis (also called Fanjingshan Fir, among many other common names) is a large, evergreen conifer with long, dark-green needles and small, purple cones. It is native to China and is found in moist, montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Abies fanjingshanensis is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Abies fanjingshanensis has small, yellow-green flowers. The seeds are small, brown and winged. The seedlings are small and have a single needle-like leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Abies fanjingshanensis is a medium-sized evergreen conifer that can reach heights of up to 40 feet. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, but cuttings can also be taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Abies fanjingshanensis

Abies fanjingshanensis can be found in the mountains of China.

Abies fanjingshanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abies fanjingshanensis?

Abies fanjingshanensis

What is the common name of Abies fanjingshanensis?

Fanjingshan fir

What is the natural range of Abies fanjingshanensis?

Southwestern China

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

Wei Lian Huang (b.1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.L.Huang' in the authors string.
Yu Lin Tu (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.L.Tu' in the authors string.
S.Z. Fang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Z.Fang' in the authors string.