Conifers

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ConiferConifer seeds develop inside a protective cone or similar structure. The cones take from four months to three years to reach maturity, and vary in size from 2 to 600 mm long.

The conifers are an ancient group, with a fossil record extending back about 300 million years.

They are found all over the world but are particularly suited to colder climates and higher altitudes.

Many conifers have distinctly scented resin, secreted to protect the tree against insect infestation and fungal infection of wounds!