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Abies alba Mill.

European silver fir (Pinaceae)

 SpreadBias within British IslesDirection of bias
WidespreadNegligible tendencyNW
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The leaves of Abies alba bend to the sides of the conspicuously hairy twig.

Chedworth (VC33: East Gloucestershire); 2019-02-17

 European silver fir / Abies alba: The leaves of _Abies alba_ bend to the sides of the conspicuously hairy twig.

Although glossy dark green above, the leaves of Abies alba have 2 white stripes on the underside.

Chedworth (VC33: East Gloucestershire); 2019-02-17

 European silver fir / Abies alba: Although glossy dark green above, the leaves of _Abies alba_ have 2 white stripes on the underside.

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