Siberian Fir
Abies sibirica · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (9 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Siberian Fir, scientifically known as Abies sibirica, is a majestic coniferous evergreen native to the dense taiga of Northern Asia. Renowned for its therapeutic essential oils, this resilient tree offers potent antibacterial and soothing properties, making it a cornerstone in traditional herbal medicine and modern aromatherapy applications.
- Family
- Pinaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Siberian Fir
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Common Names
- Siberian Fir
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Abies sibirica f. alpina
- Picea sibirica
- Abies sibirica var. alpina
- Pinus pichta
- Pinus picea
- Picea pichta
- Abies semenovii
- Abies krylovii
- Abies sibirica var. semenovii
- Abies sibirica var semenovii
- Abeto de Siberia
- Abies pichta
German:
- Sibirische Tanne
- Picea pichta
- Abies semenovii
- Abies pichta
- sibirische Tanne
French:
- Sapin de Sibérie
- sapin de Sibérie
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Abies sibiricaTaxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, specifically classified within the class Equisetopsida. It is further organized under the subclass Pinidae and order Pinales, falling into the family Pinaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Abies.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Pinidae | WCVP |
| Order | Pinales | WCVP |
| Family | Pinaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Abies | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant, known as Abies sibirica, exhibits a specific geographical presence across several northern regions. Within Northern Europe, its distribution can be traced to countries such as Denmark and Finland. It is also found inhabiting the landscapes of Iceland. Furthermore, the species extends its range into the territories of Norway. Finally, the plant completes its northern European presence in Sweden.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Iceland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | Baltic States | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | Central European Russia | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | East European Russia | WCVP |
| Eastern Europe | North European Russia | WCVP |
| Siberia | Altay | WCVP |
Chemicals
Abies sibirica has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Terpenes, Terpenoids, Triterpenes.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Terpenes | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Terpenoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Triterpenes | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Terpenes
- Oncotarget
Terpenoids
- Phytochemistry
Triterpenes
- Phytochemistry
Activities
Abies sibirica has 1 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anxiolytic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Anxiolytic | Advances in gerontology = Uspekhi gerontologii (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Abies sibirica has 4 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include anxiety, arteriosclerosis, cancer, senescence.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| anxiety | Advances in gerontology = Uspekhi gerontologii (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| arteriosclerosis | Phytochemistry (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cancer | Oncotarget (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| senescence | Oncotarget (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| essential oils | Brazilian journal of biology = Revista brasleira de biologia (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |