Grecian Fir

Abies cephalonica

Physical Characteristics

Abies cephalonica is an evergreen Tree growing to 36 m (118ft) by 10 m (32ft) at a medium rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5. It is in leaf all year, and the seeds ripen in October. The species is monoecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but both sexes can be found on the same plant) and is pollinated by Wind. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and can grow in heavy clay soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid and neutral soils and can grow in very alkaline soils. It can grow in full shade (deep woodland) semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil. It cannot tolerate atmospheric pollution.

Distribution

Europe - S. Greece to Yugoslavia and Albania.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Canopy;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known