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Fir trees are native to North America and can be found in many different climates, from the coldest parts of Canada to the warmest parts of Mexico.
These trees are also coniferous trees and come in different height ranges from 33-262 ft (10-80 m). The fir tree is unimodal, meaning that they produce a whorl of branches each year.
The scientific name for a fir tree is fir Abies and they belong to the genus Abies of the Pinaceae family. As the trees are considered to be coniferous trees, they do not produce any fruits and only produce cones. The needles of fir trees are used to make essential oils, which are commonly used in aromatherapy. One such type of fir used to make essential oils is the Pacific silver fir. Fir tree oil is said to be uplifting and refreshing, and it can be used to improve mental clarity and focus. Fir trees also have medicinal properties. For instance, the East Himalayan fir is utilized in ayurvedic medicine to treat cough.
The balsam fir is the type of fir tree most commonly used to make Christmas trees. Its soft needles and pleasant smell make it a popular choice for holiday decorating. The Douglas fir is another tree, although not true firs, that is often used as a Christmas tree too! The bark and needles of fir trees can be boiled to create a tea that can help treat respiratory problems such as asthma, bronchitis, and coughs. Fir tree tea is also known for its anti-inflammatory properties. The fir tree grows at a slow rate and their height gradually increases too. Fir trees require partial shade and full sun works well for the tree. As a result, the tree needs a minimum of four hours of direct plus indirect sunlight.
Fir trees are some of the longest-living trees in the world. Some fir trees can live for more than 1,000 years! In fact, some American tribes believe fir trees to be symbols of protection and spirituality. Some Northwestern Indian and Salish rituals use the branches of a fir tree to ward off evil spirits and ghosts!
These trees belong to the genus Abies and the Pine family. Fir (Abies) trees are important because they provide habitat for wildlife, they produce oxygen, and they help to regulate the climate.
There are many characteristics of a fir tree that makes it easy to distinguish it from other trees of the pine family. First and foremost, they are evergreen trees.
Fir trees have several adaptations that help them thrive in different climates. Their needles are very small and tightly packed together, which helps to minimize heat loss in cold climates.
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At Kidadl we pride ourselves on offering families original ideas to make the most of time spent together at home or out and about, wherever you are in the world. We strive to recommend the very best things that are suggested by our community and are things we would do ourselves - our aim is to be the trusted friend to parents.
We try our very best, but cannot guarantee perfection. We will always aim to give you accurate information at the date of publication - however, information does change, so it’s important you do your own research, double-check and make the decision that is right for your family.
Kidadl provides inspiration to entertain and educate your children. We recognise that not all activities and ideas are appropriate and suitable for all children and families or in all circumstances. Our recommended activities are based on age but these are a guide. We recommend that these ideas are used as inspiration, that ideas are undertaken with appropriate adult supervision, and that each adult uses their own discretion and knowledge of their children to consider the safety and suitability.
Kidadl cannot accept liability for the execution of these ideas, and parental supervision is advised at all times, as safety is paramount. Anyone using the information provided by Kidadl does so at their own risk and we can not accept liability if things go wrong.
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