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Allocasuarina torulosa

Forest Oak

Casuarinaceae

Description:

A medium to large, fast-growing and hardy tree in fertile soils. Features corky bark and needle-like foliage, with large woody seed cones up to 4 cm long. An important food source for Glossy Black Cockatoos and a useful windbreak or shade tree. Fallen needles create a natural mulch, enriching the soil.

Special Features:

  • Food source for Glossy Black Cockatoos

  • Male and female flowers on separate plants

  • Fallen needles form natural mulch

  • Good windbreak plant

Natural Habitat:

Dry Eucalypt Forest

Aspect:

Full Sun, Partial Sun/Shade

Soil/Conditions:

Adaptable, Well-drained

Tree/Shrub Height:

Tree to 20m - Spread 4m

Attracts:

Seed eating birds

Flower Colour:

Red, Brown

Allocasuarina torulosa - Forest Oak

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