West Himalayan Fir

Abies pindrow

Physical Characteristics

Abies pindrow is an evergreen Tree growing to 30 m (98ft 5in) at a slow rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8 and is frost tender. It is in leaf all year, and the seeds ripen from October to November. 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. It can grow in full shade (deep woodland) semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

E. Asia - W. Himalayas from Afghanistan to W. Nepal.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Canopy;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known