Californian Red Fir (Abies magnifica)

Family: Pinaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Abies magnifica is an evergreen Tree growing to 60 m (196ft 10in) 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.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

None known. — Harvested fresh in season according to PFAF botanical monograph.

Habitat & North American Range

Dry slopes and ridges, 1500 - 2700 metres. The best specimens are found in well-drained gravelly-loam soils on northern or eastern exposures with moist cool air. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)