tiger-tail spruce
A species of spruce native to Japan, Picea polita. The name is usually written in katakana.
The tiger-tail spruce is a species endemic to Japan, growing naturally in mountainous areas.
Katakana spelling is common for this tree name; usually written in kana.
Kanji form is rare and may not be widely recognized; the katakana form is preferred.
The name ハリモミ (針樅) literally means 'needle fir', referring to its sharp, needle-like leaves. The exact historical derivation is uncertain.