Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Pinales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cilicica
ID:
511730

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Antoine & Kotschy) Carrière

Source:
wcs

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Traité Gén. Conif. 229. (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511062



Common Names

  • Cilicica Fir
  • Cilicica Silver Fir
  • Cilicica Abies


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Description

Abies cilicica (also called Cilician Fir, among many other common names) is a species of coniferous tree native to Turkey. It is an evergreen tree, growing up to 30 meters tall, with long, soft needles and small, yellow-green cones.

Uses & Benefits

Abies cilicica is used for its timber, which is used for construction, furniture, and other wood products. It is also used for its ornamental value, as it is a popular choice for landscaping. Its essential oils are used in aromatherapy and its needles are used in herbal medicine.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Abies cilicica sub. isaurica Coode & Cullen
Abies cilicica sub. cilicica

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Abies cilicica 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Abies cilicica 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 cilicica

Abies cilicica can be found in the mountains of Turkey and the Caucasus.

Abies cilicica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abies cilicica?

Abies cilicica

What is the family of Abies cilicica?

Pinaceae

What is the common name of Abies cilicica?

Cilicica abies

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

Theodor Kotschy (1813-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kotschy' in the authors string.
Élie-Abel Carrière (1818-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carrière' in the authors string.
Franz Antoine (1815-1886): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Antoine' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Abies cilicica (Antoine & Kotschy) Carrière: Placement according to April 2023 Classification