Conifer of Middle Eastern origin with a large, flattened top; now rare, former civilizations made abundant use of its wood.
umbrella pine
Conifer native to the Mediterranean area whose branches form a flattened crown, hence its name; it produces an edible seed, the pine nut.
spruce
Conifer with small cylindrical needles encircling the branch; it has reddish-brown bark and can grow to 50 meters.
fir
Scented conifer with flat needles arranged on each side of the branch; it has grayish bark, flecked with resin. Fir is commonly used as a Christmas tree.
