Abies alba Silver fir (Pinaceae) Evergreen tree

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Abies alba
Silver fir
Evergreen tree
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The Abies alba plant species is found in C. and S. Europe It is a member of the Pinaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Silver fir. Some home gardeners know the variety as A. pectinata. A. picea.

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Latin Name:  Abies alba
Common Name:  Silver fir
Family:  Pinaceae
Author:  Mill.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  45   Mature Width:  15

Habitat:  Forests in mountains, 1000 - 1600 metres.

Medicinal Information: The buds are antibiotic, antiseptic and balsamic[7]. The leaves are expectorant and a bronchial sedative[7]. They are best harvested in the spring and can be dried for later use[238]. The bark is antiseptic and astringent[7]. It can be harvested as required throughout the year[238]. The resin is antiseptic, balsamic, diuretic, eupeptic, expectorant, vasoconstrictor and vulnerary[7]. Both the leaves and the resin are common ingredients in remedies for colds and coughs, either taken internallly or used as an inhalent[238]. The resin is also used externally in bath extracts, rubbing oils etc for treating rheumatic pains and neuralgia[238].

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