Artificial Christmas trees are made of synthetic materials such as plastic, metal, and sometimes even glass. The most common type of artificial Christmas tree is made of PVC, which is a type of plastic that is durable, lightweight, and easy to mold into various shapes and sizes. Other materials used for artificial Christmas trees include aluminum, iron, and stainless steel, which are typically used to create the tree's trunk and branches. The needles on artificial Christmas trees are typically made of polyethylene, which is a type of plastic that is soft and realistic in appearance.