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Christmastree
Scientific Name: Abies veitchii
Family: Pinaceae
Category: Gymnosperm
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Christmas Tree
The Christmas tree is a decorated tree, typically an evergreen conifer, such as spruce, pine, or fir, or an artificial tree resembling these.
Considerations for Pets
- Needles: Minimize needle loss, as needles can be a potential hazard if ingested.
Considerations for Children
- Decorations: Decorations can pose a hazard if a child can reach them and ingest them.
- Needles: Loose needles can be a potential hazard if ingested.
Distribution and Habitat
- Christmas trees are commonly found in homes and public spaces during the Christmas season.
- Christmas tree farms are widespread, including in regions like South West England, Ohio, and Nova Scotia.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Real Christmas trees are typically evergreen conifers like spruce, pine, or fir.
- Artificial trees are also common, replicating the appearance of real conifers.
- The height of Christmas trees can vary, from smaller indoor trees to larger ones displayed in public areas like Trafalgar Square.
Traditional and Historical Uses
- The evergreen fir tree has been used to celebrate winter festivals (pagan and Christian) for thousands of years.
- The Christmas tree gained popularity in England in 1841 when Prince Albert brought one from Germany.
- The birthplace of the first Christmas tree is said to be Riga, Latvia, in 1510.
Quirky Facts
- In 2016, over 6,700 Christmas trees were collected from over 2000 roads across an area of 250 sq. miles as a form of recycling.
- A Christmas tree dubbed "the most depressing in Britain" was given a festive makeover by volunteers.