Picea orientalis aka Caucasian Spruce

Q: What are the water needs for Caucasian Spruce

Caucasian Spruce should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Q: What is the right soil for Caucasian Spruce

Caucasian Spruce loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

Q: What is the sunlight requirement for Caucasian Spruce

To ensure optimal growth, the Caucasian Spruce prefers bright indirect light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

Taxonomy ID: 11787

Genus Picea Family Pinaceae Order Pinales Class Pinopsida Phylum Tracheophyta

Picea orientalis, also known as the Oriental spruce or Caucasian spruce, is a rare evergreen conifer species native to the Caucasus region and adjacent northeast Turkey. This small tree has a conical shape and features short, glossy needles that start off pale or golden-yellow before turning green. As a houseplant, Oriental spruce is easy to cultivate and requires regular watering for optimal growth. It thrives in long-lasting, direct light, ideally positioned within one foot of a window. Well-draining soil is preferred for Oriental spruce, and adding fertilizers is unnecessary if the plant is repotted whenever it doubles in size. Belonging to the Picea genus, this species is indigenous to Asia Minor.

Common names

Caucasian Spruce, Oriental Spruce, Spruce

More information about Caucasian Spruce

How difficult is it to take care of Caucasian Spruce

Caring for Caucasian Spruce is a breeze, as it is highly adaptable and forgiving to minor neglect.

What is the growth pattern and size of Caucasian Spruce?

New growth will sprout from the top of the Caucasian Spruce as it grows vertically.

What is the region of origin of Caucasian Spruce

Caucasian Spruce’s native range is E. Europe to W. Asia.

What are the water needs for Caucasian Spruce

Caucasian Spruce should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

What is the right soil for Caucasian Spruce

Caucasian Spruce loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

What is the sunlight requirement for Caucasian Spruce

To ensure optimal growth, the Caucasian Spruce prefers bright indirect light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

How to fertilize Caucasian Spruce

The Caucasian Spruce grows at a slow pace and doesn't require any supplementary fertilizers. By renewing its potting soil once a year, it should receive enough nourishment. Remember, plants obtain their energy from sunlight, not fertilizers.

Is Caucasian Spruce toxic to humans/pets?

Ploi lacks confirmed information on the toxicity of this plant. If you, a relative, or your pet accidentally consume plant material with unknown toxicity, it's best to consult a medical expert.

More info:
Wikipedia • GBIF

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