abies venusta

noun

Meaning

A rare species of fir tree native to the coastal mountains of central California, characterized by its exceptionally long, sharp needles and distinctive, spiny cones.

Examples

  • The abies venusta is often considered the most beautiful of all North American firs.
  • Conservationists are working to protect the remaining stands of abies venusta from wildfire and climate change.

Synonyms: fir, conifer, evergreen, bristlecone fir