Mariesii Fir (Abies mariesii)

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

Abies mariesii is an evergreen Tree growing to 20 m (65ft) by 10 m (32ft) at a slow rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6 and is not frost tender. 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.

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

Cool wet mountainsides in C. and S. Japan at elevatios of 600 - 2600 metres.. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)