Abies Fraseri (Noun)
Meaning
Small fast-growing but short-lived fir of southern Alleghenies similar to balsam fir but with very short leaves.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Abies fraseri has long been a popular Christmas tree in the United States due to its pleasant scent and attractive appearance.
- It is considered an endangered species due to the devastating effects of the balsam woolly adelgid on Abies fraseri.
- One of the most popular types of evergreen trees is the Abies fraseri, which belongs to the fir family.
- Native to the highlands of the Appalachian Mountains, Abies fraseri plays a vital role in the local ecosystem.
- Mount Mitchell, a mountain peak in North Carolina, is home to a large population of Abies fraseri trees.