Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Pinales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wilsonii
ID:
483223

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mast.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. III, 33: 133. (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000482555

Common Names

  • Wilsonii Spruce
  • Wilsonii's Spruce
  • Wilsonii Weeping Spruce

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Description

Picea wilsonii (also called Wilson's Spruce, among many other common names) is a species of spruce native to China and Taiwan. It is a medium-sized evergreen coniferous tree growing to 25–35 m tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 1 m. It grows in mountain forests, usually at altitudes of 1,500–3,000 m. It is an important timber tree in its native range.

Uses & Benefits

Picea wilsonii is used as an ornamental tree in gardens and parks. It is also used for timber production and for soil stabilization. The wood is used for furniture, flooring, and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Picea wilsonii has small, yellow-green flowers that appear in the spring. Its seeds are small and brown, and its seedlings are small and needle-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Picea wilsonii is a slow-growing coniferous tree native to China. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil with regular watering. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring and cuttings should be taken in the summer.

Where to Find Picea wilsonii

Picea wilsonii can be found in the mountains of Central and Western China.

Picea wilsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Picea wilsonii?

Picea wilsonii

What is the common name of Picea wilsonii?

Wilson's spruce

What is the natural habitat of Picea wilsonii?

Western China

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

Maxwell Tylden Masters (1833-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mast.' in the authors string.
Conifer TEN record for Picea wilsonii Mast.: Placement according to April 2023 Classification