Veitchii Fir (Abies veitchii sikokiana)

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

Abies veitchii sikokiana is an evergreen Tree growing to 30 m (98ft 5in). 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 1600 - 1900 metres. (Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7)