Norway spruce (Picea abies)
Norway spruce, also known as Common spruce
The Norway Spruce (Picea abies) is the fastest-growing spruce variety. It serves as an excellent roosting spot for owls and hawks and is widely used for making paper, construction lumber, and musical instruments. Additionally, its needles can be used to brew spruce beer, and it is a favored choice for Christmas trees.
Key Facts About Norway spruce
Attributes of Norway spruce
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Height
30 m to 62 m
Spread
8 m to 9 m
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
2.5 cm to 8 cm
Flower Color
Red Yellow
Scientific Classification of Norway spruce
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Conifers
Order
Pines and allies
Family
Pine
Genus
Spruces
Species
Norway spruce