Abies firma
Momi Fir, Japanese Fir
Pronunciation
a-BEEZ FUR-ma
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Family
Genus
Nativity
Japan
Growth Habit
Large, conical tree.
Hardiness
6
Culture
Full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Seems adaptable to hot environments. May be a superior fir for southern gardens as plants as far south as Georgia and Alabama are growing well.
Landscape Use
Large specimen tree.
Foliage
Leaves are strongly two ranked, appearing like a two sided comb. Individual leaves are about 1.5 inches long and deeply notched at the apex. Stomatal bands
Buds
Buds are small and may or may not be resinous.
Bark
Dark gray, rough and scaly.
Flower
Flowers appear April to May.
Fruit
Cone approximately 4.5 inches long, yellowish before ripening.
Propagation
Seed.
Pests
None serious.