👉 Pinons, also known as balsam fir trees, are a type of coniferous tree that grows primarily in North America and Europe. They have a distinctive needle-like structure known as a "pinon" or "balsam," which is found on their branches and trunk. Pinons are typically characterized by their dense needles that grow from the upper part of the branch, forming a thick, woody layer called "pinus." The needles are often arranged in a pattern resembling a