Fir - Wikipedia Firs are evergreen coniferous trees belonging to the genus Abies (Latin: [ˈabieːs]) in the family Pinaceae There are approximately 48–65 [2][3] extant species, found on mountains throughout much of North and Central America, Eurasia, and North Africa
Abies (fir) description - conifers. org Description of the evolution, biology, distribution, ecology, and uses of the species in the conifer genus Abies (fir)
Abies | Landscape Plants | Oregon State University Nearly 50 species of Abies, but less than a dozen species generally used in landscaping Abies: from the Latin abire, to rise, a reference to the great height that some species attain
Abies - Trees and Shrubs Online Abies is a genus of c 58–60 species of evergreen coniferous trees distributed across the northern hemisphere They are tall (exceptionally to 100 m, usually 40–60 m) with straight, columnar, usually single trunks
Abies concolor - Plant Finder - Missouri Botanical Garden Abies concolor, commonly called white fir or concolor fir, is primarily native to mountain slopes (3000-9000 feet in elevation) in the western U S , including the southern Cascades and Sierras from Oregon to southern California and the Rockies from southern Idaho to Arizona and New Mexico
Abies (Fir) - Iseli Nursery The genus Abies, commonly known as the true fir, offers beautiful and adaptable forms that exhibit exceptional uniformity and regular branching The genus Abies is valued for a wide range of striking evergreen shapes and sizes that fill many landscape needs
Abies (Fir): An Evergreen Symbol of Beauty and Tradition - Gardenia Abies, commonly known as fir trees, are evergreen coniferous shrubs or trees in the pine family, Pinaceae They have needle-like leaves arranged spirally along the branches, giving the trees a full, dense look
Abies – Firs Plants | Conifer Kingdom Firs are perhaps most well-known for their reputation as ideal Christmas trees However, the many different available forms and colors lend them to be used in a variety of ways Generally speaking, fir trees do best with well-draining soil, and good air circulation is also important