Abies magnifica
Care consensus, photos, and the collectors growing it.
- Common name
- Abies magnifica subsp. shastensis
- Plant type
- Tree
- Growth habit
- Upright
- Light
- Full sun
- Watering
- Medium
- Temperature
- Cool
- Humidity
- Moderate
- Propagation
- Seed grown
- Native range
- Sierra Nevada mountains
- Toxic to pets
- Not toxic
- Toxic to people
- Not toxic
- public plants
- 0 public plants
- collectors
- 0 collectors
What Abies magnifica is
Abies magnifica, known as Abies magnifica subsp. shastensis, is an upright tree native to the Sierra Nevada mountains. Its silhouette stands out for being remarkably straight and symmetrical.
Living with this tree requires a commitment to its preferred environment. It does best in cool temperatures with moderate humidity and expects consistent medium watering.
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Most fir species are generally considered non-toxic, though needle ingestion can cause mild mechanical irritation.
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People and Abies magnifica
How our relationship with this plant has changed over time.
- Pre-colonial
Mountain life
The tree stood in the high elevations of the Sierra Nevada. Indigenous groups interacted with its wood and needles within their native range.
- 19th century
Botanical documentation
Early botanical surveys identified the species in the mountain ranges. It became a point of interest for naturalists documenting the timber resources of the region.
- Modern day
Specialized cultivation
You likely grow this tree as an ornamental specimen in a garden setting. It remains a seed-grown inhabitant of high-elevation landscapes.
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Frequently asked about Abies magnifica
Quick answers pulled from the public catalog and care consensus above.
What is Abies magnifica?
Abies magnifica is a species in the Abies genus. Commonly known as Abies magnifica subsp. shastensis, a tree, and with a upright growth habit. Native to Sierra Nevada mountains.
How do you care for Abies magnifica?
Reference care guidance for Abies magnifica: full sun light, medium watering, cool temperatures, and moderate humidity. Collectors on collecto.rs will refine this as more public specimens are added.
How rare is Abies magnifica?
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