Picea Sitchensis (Noun)
Meaning
A large spruce that grows only along the northwestern coast of the United States and Canada; has sharp stiff needles and thin bark; the wood has a high ratio of strength to weight.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The Sitka spruce, also known as Picea sitchensis, is a highly valued timber species due to its exceptional strength-to-weight ratio.
- Picea sitchensis is often used in the construction of aircraft and other high-performance applications where weight is a critical factor.
- The Picea sitchensis tree is native to the Pacific coast of North America, where it can be found growing in dense forests along the coastlines.
- Picea sitchensis is a large evergreen conifer that can grow up to 100 meters tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 5 meters.
- The wood of Picea sitchensis is highly prized for its acoustic properties, making it a popular choice for the construction of musical instruments.