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Needles: Long, slender leaves typical of many gymnosperms.

Sterigmata: Small, peg-like structures on which the individual needles of some species can be found.

Virginia Pine: The Virginia pine's needles occur in pairs. They are twisted and range from 1.5 to 3'' in length. They are relatively short when compared to those of other pines. Loblolly needles, by compar . . . View Full Definition

White Spruce: White spruce is a medium-sized conifer found in northeastern United States and throughout Canada. It is the state tree of South Dakota. White spruce has a cone-shaped crown, and when grown i . . . View Full Definition

Scotch Pine: Scotch or Scots pine is an introduced species which has been widely planted for the purpose of producing Christmas trees. It is an extremely hardy species which is adaptable to a wide variet . . . View Full Definition

Ponderosa Pine: Pinus ponderosa - needles lighter colored than Austrian Pine; good needle retention; needles 5'' - 10'' long.

Nordmann Fir: The preferred Christmas tree in Europe, this evergreen is becoming increasingly popular in the United States. It's grown primarily in the Pacific Northwest and is prized for its fat pyramid . . . View Full Definition

Norway Spruce: Norway spruce is one of the most important species on the European Continent. More than 100 forms and varieties have been named. Although not native to the Western hemisphere, the species an . . . View Full Definition

Injury: Harm or hurt. The term 'injury' may be applied in medicine to damage inflicted upon oneself as in a hamstring injury or by an external agent on as in a cold injury. The injury may be acciden . . . View Full Definition

Red Pine: Pinus resinosa - dark green needles 4''-6'' long; big and bushy.