Picea austropanlanica - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Silba
Source:
wcs
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
J. Int. Conifer Preserv. Soc. 6: 33. (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000482057
Common Names
- Picea austropanlanica
- Austropanlanica Picea
- South American Spruce
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Picea austropanlanica (also called Austrian Pine, among many other common names) is a coniferous evergreen tree native to Europe and Asia. It is a medium-sized tree, typically reaching heights of 20–40 m tall and a trunk diameter of up to 1 m. It grows in cooler climates in moist, well-drained soils in full sun. It is found in boreal forests, subalpine forests, and mountain valleys.
Uses & Benefits
Picea austropanlanica, commonly known as the Austrian spruce, is a popular ornamental tree that is often used for landscaping. Its wood is used for construction, furniture, and paper production.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Picea austropanlanica has small, yellow-green male cones and small, light brown female cones. The seeds are small, brown and winged. The seedlings have short, needle-like leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Picea austropanlanica is a slow-growing, evergreen conifer that can reach heights of up to 10 m (33 ft). It is best grown in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a cold frame.
Where to Find Picea austropanlanica
Picea austropanlanica is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Anhui, Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi, Guizhou, Hubei, Hunan, Jiangxi, Sichuan, and Yunnan.
Picea austropanlanica FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Picea austropanlanica?
Picea austropanlanica is native to western North America.
What is the average height of Picea austropanlanica?
Picea austropanlanica typically grows to a height of 30-50 feet.
What is the average lifespan of Picea austropanlanica?
Picea austropanlanica has an average lifespan of up to 200 years.
Species in the Picea genus
Picea albertiana, Picea alcoquiana, Picea abies, Picea brachytyla, Picea aurantiaca, Picea austropanlanica, Picea asperata, Picea koyamae, Picea lutzii, Picea likiangensis, Picea jezoensis, Picea koraiensis, Picea meyeri, Picea morrisonicola, Picea neoveitchii, Picea mariana, Picea martinezii, Picea maximowiczii, Picea crassifolia, Picea chihuahuana, Picea engelmannii, Picea breweriana, Picea farreri, Picea glehnii, Picea glauca, Picea wilsonii, Picea polita, Picea pungens, Picea obovata, Picea omorika, Picea smithiana, Picea spinulosa, Picea sitchensis, Picea notha, Picea rubens, Picea retroflexa, Picea purpurea, Picea schrenkiana, Picea linzhiensis, Picea orientalis, Picea fennica, Picea fennica, Picea mexicana, Picea pungsanensis, Picea mariorika, Picea moseri, Picea saaghii, Picea lutescends,
Species in the Pinaceae family
Abies alba, Abies amabilis, Abies balsamea, Abies beshanzuensis, Abies borisii-regis, Abies bracteata, Abies cephalonica, Abies chensiensis, Abies cilicica, Abies concolor, Abies delavayi, Abies densa, Abies durangensis, Abies fabri, Abies fanjingshanensis, Abies fargesii, Abies firma, Abies flinckii, Abies forrestii, Abies fraseri, Abies grandis, Abies guatemalensis, Abies hickelii, Abies hidalgensis, Abies holophylla, Abies homolepis, Abies kawakamii, Abies koreana, Abies lasiocarpa, Abies magnifica, Abies mariesii, Abies nebrodensis, Abies nephrolepis, Abies nordmanniana, Abies numidica, Abies pindrow, Abies pinsapo, Abies procera, Abies recurvata, Abies religiosa, Abies sachalinensis, Abies sibirica, Abies spectabilis, Abies squamata, Abies veitchii, Abies vejarii, Abies yuanbaoshanensis, Abies ziyuanensis, Abies jaliscana, Abies phanerolepis,
References
John Silba (1961-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Silba' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Picea austropanlanica Silba: Placement according to April 2023 Classification