Silver fir is a tall and beautiful evergreen tree that is native to the mountains of Europe. It is also commonly known as Abies alba, white fir, or European silver fir. Silver fir is a popular species and is used extensively as a Christmas tree and for decorative purposes due to its symmetrical shape, perfect cone shape, and blue-green needles. Some other synonyms for the word "silver fir" include white balsam, silver balsam, alpine fir, Swiss pine, and Christmas tree pine. These names are used interchangeably depending on the region or the preference of the speaker. However, no matter the name, this majestic tree is a sight to behold.