Picea torano

Flower name
Picea torano
Scientific name
Picea torano
Aliasバラモミ, 針樅, 薔薇樅, tigertail spruce
Place of originJapan
Place of floweringSub-alpine
Flowering seasonJune

What is Picea torano

Tigertail spruce or Harimomi in Japanese ,(Scientific name: Picea torano),is an evergreen coniferous tree native to the cool temperate zones of Japan, belonging to the genus Picea in the family Pinaceae. It is also known by its alternative name, Baramomi (Rose fir).
It grows naturally in mountainous areas from southern Tohoku to northern Kyushu.

The tree reaches a height of 20 to 35 meters, with a trunk diameter of about 1 meter. Its bark is grayish reddish-brown.
The leaves are green, needle-like, and measure 1.5–2.5 cm in length.
Harimomi is monoecious, and in June, reddish-purple male flowers bloom at the branch tips, while light green or light purple female flowers stand upright on the branches.
It is used as a park tree, a Christmas tree, and its wood is utilized for timber and pulp.

Etymology
The Japanese name "Harimomi" (針樅) derives from its sharp, needle-like leaves and its resemblance to fir trees (Momi in Japanese).
The alternative name "Baramomi" (薔薇樅) refers to its sharp leaves, which resemble the thorns of roses.

Common name: Tigertail spruce or Harimomi (針樅)
Scientific name: Picea torano
Taxonomic classification: Plantae, Gymnospermae, Pinopsida, Pinales, Pinaceae, Picea, Picea torano
Other names: Baramomi (薔薇樅)
Origin: Japan
Distribution: Cool temperate zones from southern Tohoku to northern Kyushu
Tree height: 20–35 m
Trunk diameter: 1 m
Bark color: Grayish reddish-brown
Leaf color: Green
Leaf shape: Needle-like, 1.5–2.5 cm in length
Reproduction: Monoecious
Flowering season: June
Male flower color: Reddish-purple, at branch tips
Female flower color: Light green or light purple, upright on branches
Fruit type: Cone (pinecone), oval in shape