Conifers

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Abies

Description Abies is a genus of conifers that belongs to the family Pinaceae. It includes around 50 species of evergreen trees that are native to the northern hemisphere. The trees are known for their tall and straight trunks, conical shape, and dense foliage. The needles are usually flat and arranged in a spiral pattern, with two white stripes on the…
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Nageia

Description Nageia is a genus of evergreen conifers that belongs to the family Podocarpaceae. There are about 36 species in this genus that are native to Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands. These trees grow slowly and can reach up to 100 feet in height, with a width of 30-40 feet. Nageia trees are commonly used for ornamental purposes, as…
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Pseudotsuga Menziesii

Description Pseudotsuga Menziesii, commonly known as Douglas Fir, is a coniferous tree native to western North America. It can grow up to 330 feet tall and has a trunk diameter of up to 7 feet. The tree has a conical shape, with a pointed top and branches that droop downwards. Its bark is thick and brown, with deep furrows and…
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Keteleeria

Description Keteleeria is a genus of conifers that belongs to the family Pinaceae. It is native to eastern Asia, specifically China and Vietnam, where it grows in mountainous regions. The genus was named after Jean-Baptiste van Kétele, a Belgian botanist who discovered the first species of Keteleeria in 1853. Keteleeria species are known for their tall, conical shape and their…
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