Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Pinales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
numidica
ID:
511987

Status:
valid

Authors:
de Lannoy ex. Carrière

Source:
wcs

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Rev. Hort. 38: 106. (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511319

Common Names

  • Numidica Fir
  • Abies numidica
  • Abies

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Description

Abies numidica (also called Algerian fir, among many other common names) is a coniferous tree native to the mountains of northern Africa. It has a pyramidal shape with a straight trunk and a narrow, pointed crown. Its needles are dark green and grow in two rows along the branch. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and grows in both full sun and partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Abies numidica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for timber production and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Abies numidica has a small, yellow-green flower and a small, brown seed. The seedlings are small and have a dark green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Abies numidica: Abies numidica is a large evergreen conifer native to North Africa. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. The seed should be kept moist until germination, which usually takes place within a few weeks. Cuttings can also be taken from mature plants.

Where to Find Abies numidica

Abies numidica is native to the mountains of western North America, from British Columbia to California. It can be found in coniferous forests at elevations between 1,500 and 3,000 meters.

Abies numidica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abies numidica?

Abies numidica

What is the common name of Abies numidica?

Numidian Fir

What is the natural habitat of Abies numidica?

Mountainous regions of North Africa

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

Élie-Abel Carrière (1818-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carrière' in the authors string.
de Lannoy: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de Lannoy' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Abies numidica de Lannoy ex. Carrière: Placement according to April 2023 Classification