Forest Sheoak
Allocasuarina torulosa
Fast growing, conical tree with attractive furrowed bark and foliage
FEATURES: The narrow weeping foliage turns an attractive rusty or rosy purple colour in autumn and winter providing excellent seasonal colour change. The roughly fissured, corky bark gives this tree an interesting texture. Male and female flowers occur on separate plants and are followed by woody, cone-like fruits.
CONDITIONS: Prefers well-drained soil in a full sun position. Tolerant of strong winds and dry conditions.
PLANTING IDEAS AND USES:
- good specimen tree
- position where the sound of the wind blowing through the leaves can be enjoyed
- plant in groves
small tree
Summer
Spring
Bird Attracting
Full Sun
Part Shade
Clay Soil
Sandy Soil
Drought Tolerant
Wind Break
Coastal
Frost Hardy
