Status:
valid
Authors:
Maxim.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1866
Citation Micro:
Bull. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg III, 10: 487. (1866)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511205
Common Names
- Holophylla Fir
- Holophylla Silver Fir
- Holophylla Silver Firs
Description
Abies holophylla (also called Whole-leaved Fir, among many other common names) is a large, evergreen conifer with long, dark-green needles and small, purple cones. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in moist, montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Abies holophylla is used as an ornamental tree in parks and gardens, and its wood is used for making furniture and musical instruments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Abies holophylla has small, yellowish-green flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are short, with a single, upright stem and small, dark green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Abies holophylla is a slow-growing evergreen tree that can reach up to 40 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated by cuttings or layering.
Where to Find Abies holophylla
Abies holophylla is native to the Himalayas and can be found in India, Nepal, and Pakistan.
Abies holophylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Abies holophylla?
Abies holophylla
What is the natural range of Abies holophylla?
Eastern Asia
What is the typical height of Abies holophylla?
20-30 m
Species in the Abies genus
Species in the Pinaceae family
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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,