Picea abies (L.) H. Karst.
Norway Spruce
The Norway spruce is a large, fast-growing evergreen coniferous tree that can reach heights of 35-55 meters and trunk diameters of 1 to 1.5 meters. It has downward-hanging branchlets and the largest cones among spruce species, measuring 9-17 cm long. The needles are dark green and blunt-tipped, with a quadrangular cross-section. The cones are initially green or reddish, maturing to brown after 5-7 months.
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Pinales
Pinaceae
Picea
The Norway spruce contains phenolic compounds such as p-hydroxybenzoic acid glucoside, picein, piceatannol, its glucoside (astringin), isorhapontin, catechin, and ferulic acid. Additionally, piceol and astringin are found in the roots.
Used in forestry for softwood timber and paper production Estimated as a source of tonewood, particularly for violins Provides Vanillin, a synthetic substitute for natural vanilla, produced from the tree's wood Traditional medicinal uses include treatment of respiratory tract disorders, skin conditions, locomotor system issues, gastrointestinal problems, and infections In Finland, the tips are used as a spice in various culinary applications and herbal teas The tree is wrapped around Mont d'Or cheese during production, giving it a unique flavor
Seed production begins in the fourth decade of the tree's life
35-55 meters
Native to Northern, Central, and Eastern Europe; grows in cool-summer areas up to USDA Growing Zone 7
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Pannon Flora Ltd. was founded on December 13, 1999, by Gábor Janik, who retains 95% ownership. Janik holds an MSc in Horticulture from the University of Horticultural Sciences (1986) and an Advanced Professional English Certification from the College of International Trade (1990). The company specializes in bird feed production and export, primarily serving markets in Italy, Germany, the Netherlands, and the UK, alongside cultivating and distributing imported/exported horticultural seeds. It maintains exclusive partnerships with JOEUN Seed (South Korea) and Takii Europe (Japan), a leader in professional seed breeding and production. Pannon Flora collaborates with certification bodies such as NÉBIH (National Food Chain Safety Office), MERT Kontroll, and SGS Hungary to ensure compliance and quality. The company works with approximately 400 Hungarian growers, ranging from small-scale producers (under 5 hectares) to mid-sized farms and large-scale agricultural enterprises. This profile emphasizes agribusiness expertise, technical partnerships, and operational scalability tailored to international client needs.
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