
White spruce (Picea glauca)
White spruce, also known as Canadian spruce
The White spruce (Picea glauca) is indigenous to North America, particularly prevalent across Alaska and Canada. It holds symbolic significance as the provincial tree of Manitoba and the state tree of South Dakota. Its wood is commercially valuable, often utilized in the production of paper and various construction materials. Additionally, the White spruce can be cultivated as a bonsai.
Key Facts About White spruce
Attributes of White spruce
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Height
15 m to 40 m
Spread
1.5 m to 2.5 m
Leaf Color
Green Blue
Flower Size
4 cm to 6 cm
Flower Color
Red Yellow Green Brown Orange Burgundy Gold
Scientific Classification of White spruce
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Conifers
Order
Pinales
Family
Pine
Genus
Spruces
Species
White spruce