Plant Listing
Allocasuarina (casuarina) littoralis
Description:
A small/medium size tree from eastern Australia including Victoria. Ideal coastal tree
Botanical Name: Allocasuarina (casuarina) littoralis
Common Name: Black she-oak
Growth Habits: A small tree to 8m. The Black She-oak has very fine needle like leaves, which are bright green, and contrast strongly with the dark cork like bark ( which is a feature of the tree). The trees growth is upright, and it is used extensively for both inland and coastal planting. As with most she-oaks the breeze makes a beautiful sound as it passes through the foliage.
Watering Needs: Drought tolerant species once established.
Pot Size: 30cm pot size