Description: Pine trees belong to the genus Pinus, which is part of the Pinaceae family. This genus includes over 120 species of coniferous trees, primarily found in the Northern Hemisphere, with some species in the Southern Hemisphere. Pines are evergreen trees, meaning they retain their needles throughout the year. They vary greatly in size, from…
Description: Araucaria is a genus of evergreen coniferous trees that belongs to the family Araucariaceae. The genus includes about 19 species, many of which are native to the southern hemisphere, particularly South America, Australia, and the Pacific Islands. Araucaria trees are known for their distinctive appearance, characterized by symmetrical, triangular-shaped canopies and branches covered with…
Description: Spruce trees belong to the genus Picea, comprising about 35 species of evergreen conifers native to the Northern Hemisphere. These trees are characterized by their conical shape, whorled branches, and needle-like leaves. Spruce trees are widely distributed across temperate and boreal regions and are an essential part of many forest ecosystems. They can grow…
Description: The Common Plum (Prunus domestica) is a deciduous fruit tree belonging to the rose family (Rosaceae). Native to Europe and western Asia, it has been cultivated for thousands of years for its sweet, fleshy fruits. Common plums grow between 15-30 feet tall with a spreading canopy and thrive in temperate climates. The tree produces…
Citrus is a genus of flowering trees and shrubs in the Rutaceae family, which includes various fruit-bearing plants such as oranges, lemons, limes, grapefruits, and tangerines. Originating in Southeast Asia, citrus fruits are now cultivated worldwide in tropical and subtropical regions due to their nutritional value, refreshing flavor, and diverse uses. Citrus trees are known…
The papaya, scientifically known as Carica papaya, is a tropical fruit-bearing plant that originated in the tropics of Central America and southern Mexico. It is now widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions around the world. The papaya tree is known for its fast growth, high yield, and sweet, juicy fruit that is enjoyed globally….
The mango, scientifically known as Mangifera indica, is a tropical evergreen tree native to South Asia, particularly India and Myanmar. It is one of the most widely cultivated fruits in the tropical and subtropical regions of the world and is often referred to as the “king of fruits” due to its rich flavor, nutritional value,…
The pear tree, scientifically known as Pyrus communis, is a deciduous tree native to coastal and mildly temperate regions of Europe, North Africa, and Asia. It is widely cultivated for its sweet, edible fruit, the pear, which has been enjoyed by humans for thousands of years. Pear trees are popular in both commercial orchards and…
The apple tree, scientifically known as Malus domestica, is one of the most widely cultivated fruit trees globally and is best known for its sweet, pomaceous fruit, the apple. Originating from Central Asia, where its wild ancestor Malus sieversii still exists, the apple has been cultivated for thousands of years and is now grown in…
Description: Aspen trees are part of the Populus genus, known for their tall, slender trunks and distinctive leaves that tremble or flutter in the wind, thanks to flattened petioles. Two common species are the quaking aspen (Populus tremuloides) and the European aspen (Populus tremula). These trees can grow up to 80 feet in height and…
