Likiang Spruce
Picea likiangensis (Franch.) E.Pritz.
Picea likiangensis (Franch.) E.Pritz., known as Likiang Spruce, is a spruce species in the Pinaceae family. It occurs in Bhutan and China, particularly in South-Central China, the East Himalaya, Qinghai, and Tibet. The species has experienced a 30% population decline over 75 years due to logging and is classified as vulnerable by the IUCN.
Description
Picea likiangensis is a member of the spruce genus (Picea) in the pine family (Pinaceae). It is native to high-altitude regions in Bhutan and China. The species has faced significant population reduction, primarily due to logging activities, leading to its vulnerable status. The IUCN Red List recognizes the decline and conservation concerns for this species.
Other common names
Likiang Spruce
Distribution
Global · China South-Central · East Himalaya · Qinghai · Tibet
Synonyms
Picea likiangensis var. bhutanicaPicea likiangensis var. forrestiiPicea likiangensis subsp. bhutanicaPicea likiangensis subsp. forrestiiAbies likiangensisPicea yunnanensis