Casuarina Verticillata (Drooping She Oak)
Casuarina Verticillata (Drooping She Oak)
Casuarina Verticillata, commonly known as Drooping She Oak, is a distinctive Australian native tree known for its graceful, weeping branches and fine, needle-like foliage. Its dark green, pendulous foliage gives it an elegant, soft appearance, making it ideal for coastal and dry landscapes. This species thrives in sandy or well-drained soils and is tolerant of windy, harsh conditions. Drooping She Oak is a versatile tree, often used for erosion control, windbreaks, and as a feature tree in native gardens.
It provides essential habitat for wildlife, particularly birds, and contributes to garden biodiversity.
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Mature height
6–10 meters
Mature width
3–5 meters
Spacing
4–6 meters
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Dark green needle-like foliage with a weeping habit
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Spring to summer (September to February)
Sun tolerance
Full sun
Maintenance
Low maintenance. Prune lightly to remove deadwood and maintain shape. Drought-tolerant once established.