Picea orientalis, commonly known as Oriental Spruce, is an evergreen coniferous tree native to the Caucasus and parts of Turkey. It is adapted to mountainous regions and thrives in cool, humid climates, often found in mixed forests. Oriental Spruce can grow to 30–45 meters (98–145 feet) tall, exceptionally to 57 meters, with a trunk diameter of up to 1.5 meters, exceptionally up to 4 meters. Its needle-like leaves are the shortest of any spruce, 6–8 mm long, rhombic in cross-section, and dark green with inconspicuous stomatal lines. The cones are slender, cylindric-conic, 5–9 cm long and 1.5 cm broad, initially red to purple, maturing to dark brown 5–7 months after pollination. The scales are stiff and smoothly rounded.

Oriental Spruce is appreciated for its dense, pyramidal shape and attractive, dark green foliage, making it a popular choice for large gardens and parks. It is also used for privacy screens and windbreaks. This species is relatively low-maintenance, tolerating a range of soil types, though it prefers well-drained, acidic soils. It requires full sun to light shade and medium amounts of water. While generally disease-resistant, it can be susceptible to spruce gall aphids and spider mites. Oriental Spruce is not typically invasive when grown outside its native range, but gardeners should monitor for pests and provide adequate space for its large size.CC BY-SA 4.0