abies concolor
noun
Meaning
A large evergreen coniferous tree native to the mountains of western North America, widely cultivated for its ornamental value and uniform, pale-green foliage.
Examples
- The abies concolor is frequently selected as a Christmas tree due to its excellent needle retention.
- Landscape architects often specify abies concolor for its distinct silvery-blue appearance and symmetrical growth habit.
Synonyms: white fir, concolor fir, Rocky Mountain white fir, Colorado fir