Abies balsamea (L.) Mill.

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Plant Details

Scientific Name: Abies balsamea (L.) Mill.
Family Name: Pinaceae Spreng. ex Rudolphi - Pine family
Common Name: balsam fir
Symbol: ABBA
Group: Gymnosperm
Rank: Species
Date Modified: Feb. 7, 2026, 3:40 a.m.

Duration

  • Perennial

Growth Habits

  • Tree

Synonyms

Wetland Ratings

AGCP AW CB EMP GP HI MW NCNE WMVC AK
FAC FAC FACW FAC

Species Range Map