Alaska State Tree

Sitka Spruce

(Picea sitchensis)

The Sitka Spruce (Picea sitchensis), designated as the official state tree of Alaska, is a magnificent coniferous tree known for its towering height and impressive size. This evergreen giant, native to the coastal rainforests of the Pacific Northwest and Alaska, can reach staggering heights of over 300 feet, making it one of the tallest trees in North America. Its needle-like leaves are dark green, and it produces distinctive, pendulous cones. The Sitka Spruce holds great ecological and economic importance in Alaska, providing habitat for wildlife, contributing to the state's timber industry, and embodying the rugged and pristine wilderness of the region. Its stately presence and resilience in the face of harsh environmental conditions make it a fitting emblem of Alaska's natural beauty and enduring spirit.