Abies phanerolepis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Fernald) T.S.Liu
Source:
wcs
Year:
1971
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Gen. Abies 316. (1971)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000735873
Common Names
- Abies phanerolepis
- Phanerolepis Fir
- Phanerolepis Abies
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Abies phanerolepis (also called the 'Mountain Hemlock', among many other common names) is a species of conifer native to North America. It is an evergreen tree with a conical shape and small, scale-like leaves. The cones are small and brown in color. It grows in moist, acidic soils in open woodlands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Abies phanerolepis is a popular ornamental plant and is used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and cold.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Abies phanerolepis has a yellow-green flower with a white centre. Its seeds are small and brown, and its seedlings have a single, needle-like leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Abies phanerolepis is an evergreen conifer native to China. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagate by cuttings or layering in spring or summer.
Where to Find Abies phanerolepis
Abies phanerolepis can be found in the western United States, from California to Colorado.
Abies phanerolepis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Abies phanerolepis?
Abies phanerolepis
What is the common name of Abies phanerolepis?
Foxtail pine
Where is Abies phanerolepis found?
It is found in western 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
Merritt Lyndon Fernald (1873-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fernald' in the authors string.
Tang Shui Liu (1911-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.S.Liu' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Abies phanerolepis (Fernald) T.S.Liu: Placement according to April 2023 Classification