Nordman
Nordman is a genus of evergreen coniferous trees belonging to the pine family, Pinaceae. The genus is monotypic, meaning it contains only one species, *Abies nordmanniana*, commonly known as the Nordmann fir or Nordman fir. It is native to the Caucasus Mountains, spanning parts of Turkey, Georgia, Russia, and Azerbaijan. The tree is widely cultivated as a Christmas tree due to its attractive appearance, with dense, dark green needles and a symmetrical, conical shape.
The Nordmann fir was first described by the Finnish botanist Carl Axel Magnus Lindman in 1905, who
In the horticultural trade, the Nordmann fir is highly valued for its longevity and resistance to pests
Beyond its ornamental use, the Nordmann fir has ecological significance in its native range, providing habitat