Sicilian Fir
Abies nebrodensis (Lojac.) Mattei
Abies nebrodensis, known as the Sicilian Fir, is a species in the genus Abies, belonging to the family Pinaceae. It is native to Sicilia and was first described in 1908 by Mattei, with the original authorship attributed to Lojac.
Description
Abies nebrodensis is a fir species that is part of the conifer family Pinaceae. It is specifically associated with the region of Sicilia, where it is found in its natural habitat. The species was formally published in 1908 by Mattei, who recognized and classified it within the genus Abies. The common name 'Sicilian Fir' reflects its geographic origin and is used to distinguish it from other fir species. This tree is an integral part of the local flora and contributes to the biodiversity of the Sicilian landscape.
Other common names
Sicilian Fir
Distribution
Global · Sicilia
Synonyms
Abies alba subsp. nebrodensisAbies pectinataAbies pectinata var. nebrodensisAbies alba var. nebrodensis