Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kunth) Schltdl. & Cham.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1830
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 5: 77. (1830)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511376
Common Names
- Religiosa Fir
- Sacred Fir
- Holy Fir
Description
Abies religiosa (also called Sacred fir, among many other common names) is a coniferous tree native to the mountains of western North America. It has a pyramidal shape with a dense crown and short, horizontal branches. Its needles are blue-green and its cones are cylindrical and upright. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is found in mountain forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Abies religiosa is used as an ornamental tree in parks and gardens. It is also used for timber, fuel, and essential oils.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Abies religiosa sub. mexicana (Martínez) Strandby, K.I.Chr. & M.Sørensen
Abies religiosa sub. religiosa
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Abies religiosa has small, yellow-green flowers, with small, brown seeds and seedlings with long, narrow needles.
Cultivation and Propagation
Abies religiosa is a medium-sized evergreen tree native to the western United States. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in spring in a cold frame, and the cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Abies religiosa
Abies religiosa is native to the mountains of western North America.
Abies religiosa FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Abies religiosa?
Abies religiosa is native to the mountains of Mexico and Central America.
What is the height of Abies religiosa?
Abies religiosa can reach heights of up to 40 feet.
What is the lifespan of Abies religiosa?
Abies religiosa can live for up to 200 years.
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,