Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Pinales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spinulosa
ID:
483305

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Griff.) A.Henry

Source:
wcs

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. III, 39: 219. (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000482637

Common Names

  • Spinulose Spruce
  • Spinulose Siberian Spruce
  • Spinulose White Spruce

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Description

Picea spinulosa (also called Dwarf Spruce, among many other common names) is a coniferous evergreen tree native to the Himalayas. It has a pyramidal shape with a narrow crown and short, horizontal branches. It is found in montane and subalpine habitats, typically at elevations of 1,500 to 3,500 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Picea spinulosa is used as an ornamental tree, for landscaping, and for timber production. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Picea spinulosa is a small, yellow-green flower. The seed is a small, brown, winged seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Picea spinulosa is a coniferous evergreen tree native to the Himalayan Mountains. It is a slow-growing tree, reaching heights of up to 25 metres (82 feet). It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, but it can also be propagated by cuttings. It is tolerant of cold temperatures and is hardy to USDA Zone 5.

Where to Find Picea spinulosa

Picea spinulosa can be found in the mountains of Central and Northern Europe.

Picea spinulosa FAQ

What are the common names of Picea spinulosa?

Spinulosa spruce, Spinulosa white spruce

What is the natural range of Picea spinulosa?

Western Himalayas, from Kashmir to Nepal

What is the habitat of Picea spinulosa?

Moist, cool forests

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

William Griffith (1810-1845): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griff.' in the authors string.
Ludwig Beissner (1843-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beissn.' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Picea spinulosa (Griff.) A.Henry: Placement according to April 2023 Classification