What is another word for black spruce?
Pronunciation: [blˈak spɹˈuːs] (IPA) 
Black spruce, scientifically known as Picea mariana, is a species of spruce tree that is commonly found in North America. In addition to its scientific name, there are many synonyms for black spruce, including bog spruce, swamp spruce, shortleaf black spruce, Hudson Bay spruce, and skunk spruce. It is a slow-growing tree that can live for over 200 years and is commonly used for its wood in construction and paper mills. Black spruce is also an important species for wildlife, providing habitat and food for various animals such as moose, deer, and birds. Its needles and bark have also been used for medicinal purposes by Indigenous cultures for thousands of years.
