Balm Of Gilead Fir

Abies balsamea is a coniferous tree in the Pinaceae family, commonly referred to as Balm Of Gilead Fir. It is native to eastern and central Canada and the northeastern United States. The species was first described in 1768 and has a broad distribution across parts of Europe and North America. Historical taxonomic discussions note that Linnaeus' original concept for the species included multiple forms, but no specific type was formally designated. The species is recognized in regions such as Belgium, France, the Netherlands, Denmark, Latvia, Lithuania, Finland, Sweden, and the United States, particularly in Vermont and Alberta.