Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Pinales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chihuahuana
ID:
483159

Status:
valid

Authors:
Martínez

Source:
wcs

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Anales Inst. Biol. Univ. Nac. México 13: 31. (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000482491

Common Names

  • Chihuahuan Spruce
  • Chihuahua Spruce
  • Chihuahua's Spruce

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Description

Picea chihuahuana (also called Chihuahua spruce, among many other common names) is a coniferous evergreen tree native to Mexico. It typically grows to a height of 15–20 m (49–66 ft) and has a conical shape. It has a dense foliage of short, dark green needles and small cones. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Picea chihuahuana is commonly used as an ornamental tree due to its attractive foliage and conical shape. It is also used for windbreaks, timber production, and erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Picea chihuahuana is a small, yellow-green, monoecious flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, winged seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have short needles.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Picea chihuahuana is a medium-sized evergreen conifer that prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. It is easily propagated from seed or cuttings. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil conditions and is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Picea chihuahuana

Picea chihuahuana can be found in the mountains of central and northern Mexico.

Picea chihuahuana FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Picea chihuahuana?

Picea chihuahuana is native to the mountains of central and southern Mexico.

What is the average height of Picea chihuahuana?

Picea chihuahuana typically grows to a height of 10-20 meters.

What is the average lifespan of Picea chihuahuana?

Picea chihuahuana has an average lifespan of 150-200 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,