Abies nordmanniana Apsheronsk, Russia - Web page Navigation - Caucasian Fir, Nordmann Fir Page

Nordmann Fir, also known as Abies nordmanniana, is a spectacular evergreen coniferous tree that has crossed geographical boundaries from its native mountainous regions south and east of the Black Sea - encompassing Turkey, Georgia, Russian Caucasus and the northern parts of Armenia. A sight to behold, this fir ranges in height up to a majestic 150 ft, with an impressive trunk diameter that stretches up to 6 ft. Boasting needle-like leaves that shimmer in an aesthetic glossy dark green color above, and reveal a duet of blue-white bands below, this tree is decorated further by cones sizing between 4-7.8 inches long and 1.5-2 inches wide. The resilient Nordmann Fir takes the crown as one of Europe's tallest trees, with certain specimens in the Western Caucasus Reserve reported to be 255 and even 278 ft tall. Outside of ornamental use and Christmas celebrations, this multi-purpose Fir's soft, white wood is used in construction, paper manufacturing, and more. It is named in honor of the notable botanist, Alexander von Nordmann, and is recognized globally for its striking beauty and practical uses.