Status:
valid
Authors:
Mast.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1906
Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. III, 39: 299. (1906)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511416
Common Names
- Abies squamata
- Flaky Fir
- Himalayan Flaky Fir
Description
Abies squamata (also called Chinese silver fir, among many other common names) is an evergreen coniferous tree native to China. It has a pyramidal shape with a conical crown and short, horizontal branches. It grows in moist, cool climates in mountain forests.
Uses & Benefits
Abies squamata 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
The flowers of Abies squamata are small and yellowish-green, with a pleasant scent. The seeds are small and brown, with a pointed end. The seedlings are dark green, with a conical shape.
Cultivation and Propagation
Abies squamata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade and should be watered regularly. It is a slow-growing plant and can reach heights of up to 85 feet.
Where to Find Abies squamata
Abies squamata is native to the mountains of western North America, including the Cascade Range and Sierra Nevada of California and Oregon.
Abies squamata FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Abies squamata?
Abies squamata is native to the mountains of China and Vietnam.
What is the height of Abies squamata?
Abies squamata can reach heights of up to 40 feet.
What is the lifespan of Abies squamata?
Abies squamata 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,