Abies firma

Momi Fir

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Common Name:

Momi Fir

Plant Type:

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

4

Water (From 0 to 5):

3

Maximum temperature:

30°C

Minimum temperature:

10°C

Maximum height:

3050 cm

Maximum width:

760 cm

Momi Fir (Abies firma) - Description

Abies firma, the Momi Fir, is a species of fir native to central and southern Japan, growing at low to moderate altitudes of 50-1600 m. Abies firma is a medium-sized to large evergreen coniferous tree growing to 50 m tall and 2 m in trunk diameter, with a broad conical crown of straight branches rising at an angle of about 20° above horizontal.

Momi Fir (Abies firma) - Blooming

Fir trees are planted for screens and windbreaks. White fir is often planted as an ornamental in large parks.

Momi Fir (Abies firma) - Growth

Most firs grow slowly in hot and dry climates at low elevations. Height ranges from dwarfed varieties (avg. 2'-3', 'Abies balsamea') to gigantic (upwards of 200', 'Abies nobilis').

Momi Fir (Abies firma) - Planting

Allow ample room when planting firs as some species can get 20' wide at the base.

Momi Fir (Abies firma) - Pest

Aphids can be a problem for new growth on shoots.

Momi Fir (Abies firma) - Interesting facts

Though often confused with spruce trees, firs are recognizable by their tall, symmetrical shape, large cones (or spiky stalks after ripening) and soft green or gray/blue needles. Most are North American in origin, and grow best in mountainous climates. Firs attract birds, and some varieties are suitable for creating bonsais.