11 Stunning Trees Native to Guatemala
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- 20 Apr 2023
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Guatemala is a diverse and beautiful country filled with unique plants. There are over 100 native trees and shrubs in Guatemala, as well as non-native species. Guatemala is an important Central American country that borders Mexico, Belize, Honduras, and El Salvador. This stunning country offers visitors amazing volcanic heights, beautiful mountains, and relaxing beaches.
Not only are there stunning places to visit in Guatemala, but plants and trees to admire. Don’t believe us? The name “Guatemala” comes from the Nahuatl word Cuauhtēmallān, which translates to “land of many trees” or “place of many trees.”
While there are hundreds, we are only going to touch on a few in this article. Follow along to learn more about 11 stunning trees native to Guatemala.
1. The Guatemalan Fir (Abies guatemalensis)
The Guatemalan fir, also known as pinabete, is a beautiful evergreen tree native to Central America. You can find this tree from southern Mexico to Honduras and El Salvador. Sadly, this tree is considered threatened because of logging and loss of habitat. Although now it’s considered threatened, it was common up until the 1940s. The Guatemalan fir is about 65 feet to 114 feet tall. While you can find this tree in Guatemala, it’s more abundant in Honduras. This tree is not frost tolerant and thrives best in mountains and mixed cloud forests. Read More…
