Siberian Fir

Abies sibirica

Physical Characteristics

Abies sibirica is an evergreen Tree growing to 30 m (98ft 5in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 1 and is not frost tender. It is in leaf all year, in flower in May, and the seeds ripen in September. 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

N. Europe - Russia to E. Asia - China.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Canopy;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

Antirheumatic Expectorant Stimulant The essential oil obtained from the leaves is antirheumatic, expectorant and stimulant[61].

Known Hazards

None known