The abies nordmanniana, known as caucasian fir or North-German fir-tree, is a large evergreen tree with conical shape and dense foliage. The leaves are aghiform, dark green on and with two white stripes below. Produces green cones that mature in brown. The bark is smooth as young, becoming fested with age. Native to the Caucasus, it is cultivated globally as an ornamental tree and as a Christmas tree for its symmetrical shape and lasting leaves. Wood of this species is used for products such as furniture and construction timber.
Size: abies nordmannianais a large tree, often higher than 50 meters in height.
form: has a conical shape and a dense and pyramidal hair.
leaves: the leaves are aghiform, spiraled along the branches. Are dark green at the top and have two white stripes on the bottom. The leaves are flat and soft to the touch.
flowers and cones: male trees develop pollen cones, while female ones produce cones of larger seeds. The female cones are erect and cylindrical, initially green and then brown when ripe.
bark: the bark is initially smooth and greyish when the tree is young, but becomes thicker and cracked with age.
distribution: native to the Caucasus regions in Eurasian, theabies nordmannianais cultivated in many parts of the world as an ornamental tree.
use: is popular as a Christmas tree thanks to its symmetrical shape and persistent leaves. The wood of this species is of good quality and is used in various products, including furniture and construction timber.
This tree grows in the Caucasian mountains, in fresh and well drained environments, with cold winters and moderate summers. Its popularity extends beyond its origins, since it has been successfully cultivated in many parts of the world as an ornamental tree and as a Christmas tree. Its elegant shape, persistent leaves and cutting resistance make it an appreciated choice for Christmas holidays.