Sacred Fir

Abies religiosa

Physical Characteristics

Abies religiosa is an evergreen Tree growing to 40 m (131ft 3in) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. 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

South-western N. America - Mexico

Habitats

Woodland Garden Canopy;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

Balsamic Balsamic.

Known Hazards

None known