Veitch Fir (Abies veitchii)

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

Abies veitchii is an evergreen Tree growing to 25 m (82ft 0in) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 3 and is not frost tender. It is in leaf all year, in flower in June, and the seeds ripen from September to 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 central and southern Japan. In subalpine forests at elevations of 1400 - 2600 metres. (Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7)