Allocasuarina torulosa - River She Oak - Evergreen Trees Direct

Allocasuarina torulosa – River She Oak tree

River She Oak - Allocasuarina torulosa - Evergreen Trees Direct

Allocasuarina torulosa - River She Oak

Name: Allocasuarina torulosa - River She Oak
Brand: Evergreen Trees Direct
SKU: RIVSHEOAK40cm/45L
Price: 250.00 AUD
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Title: 40cm/45L

40cm/45L 200L

Current Stock Height Guides

40cm/45L: 1.5m - 21.m Approx.
200L: Enquire within for height guide information.

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About Allocasuarina torulosa - River She Oak

Allocasuarina torulosa – River She Oak is a hardy Australian native tree growing 12–20 metres tall with a 6–8 metre spread. Its fine, needle-like foliage and upright, weeping form create a distinctive presence in large landscapes.

They look excellent in rural settings, council projects, or along waterways, where resilience and structure are essential. Allocasuarina torulosa – River She Oak thrives in full sun, poor soils, and coastal conditions, making it ideal for erosion control, windbreaks, and revegetation.

Low-maintenance and drought-tolerant once established, Allocasuarina torulosa – River She Oak also supports biodiversity with its late-winter flowers and woody seed cones.

Key Information to Know

Evergreen / Deciduous

Allocasuarina torulosa - River She Oak is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 12 m – 20 m

Mature Width: 6 m – 8 m

Allocasuarina torulosa - River She Oak is expected to grow 50 – 80 cm/year.

Frost Tolerance

Is Allocasuarina torulosa - River She Oak frost tolerant?

Allocasuarina torulosa - River She Oak is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Flowering Information

Allocasuarina torulosa produces small red to rusty-brown flowers from late winter into spring. Though modest, these blooms sit along the fine, drooping branchlets and precede the formation of its characteristic woody cone-like fruit.

Native Information

Is Allocasuarina torulosa - River She Oak an Australian Native? Yes

Allocasuarina torulosa - River She Oak is Native to Eastern Australia, from Queensland through New South Wales into Victoria, where it grows naturally along rivers, creeks, and moist gullies.

Wildlife Value

Its dense, feathery canopy provides excellent shelter for small birds, while its seed cones are an important food source for native parrots and other seed-eating species. The flowers also attract native bees and beneficial insects, supporting a healthy and biodiverse garden ecosystem.

Sunlight Information

Allocasuarina torulosa - River She Oak will thrive best in:

Full Sun
Part Shade

Preffered Soil

Allocasuarina torulosa performs best in well-drained sandy or loam soils and prefers slightly acidic to neutral conditions. It may struggle in heavy clay or waterlogged areas unless improved with organic matter and coarse material to enhance drainage. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then transition to deep, occasional watering as the tree matures and develops moderate drought resilience.

Botanical Information

Common Name: River She Oak

Genus: Allocasuarina

Botanical Species: torulosa

Family: Casuarinaceae

Botanical Name: Allocasuarina torulosa

Landscape Uses

Screening or Privacy
Rural Property Planting
Shade Tree
Revegetation or Regeneration
Council or Civic Landscapes

Allocasuarina torulosa - River She Oak works in an:

Australian Native Garden – celebrates local plants with natural character.
Woodland Garden – layered, naturalistic design under dappled light.
Coastal Garden – relaxed, seaside feel with hardy, textural plants.
Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Planting, Spacing & Care

How to Plant:

Choose a location with well-draining soil and exposure to full sun or partial shade.
Dig a hole that is the same depth as the root ball and at least twice as wide.
Place the tree in the hole at the correct depth.
Backfill with soil, water thoroughly, and add mulch to conserve moisture.

Hedging & Screening: Not typically used.

Feature Tree:Plant 4 m – 6 m apart.

Avenue Planting Trees: Suitable, allow 4 m spacing.

Caring for Allocasuarina torulosa:

Water regularly during the first few years to establish a deep root system.
Fertilize with a slow-release, low-phosphorus fertilizer in early spring.
Prune as needed to remove dead or damaged branches and to maintain the tree's natural form.

How to Grow in Different Soil Types

Allocasuarina torulosa is highly adaptable but prefers well-drained soil:

Sandy Soil: Excellent drainage but may need mulching and organic matter to retain moisture.

Clay Soil: Can retain too much water—improve with compost and sand for better aeration.

Loamy Soil: Ideal for strong root development and rapid growth.

Acidic or Alkaline Soil: Tolerates a wide pH range, but slightly acidic to neutral is best.

Allocasuarina torulosa - River She Oak is expected to grow 50 – 80 cm/year.

Medium Growth Rate

Root Ball Dimensions (Width × Depth) For Planting

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

Ideal Conditions

Tropical QLD (Cairns, Townsville)
Subtropical QLD (Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast)
Northern NSW (Byron, Coffs, Armidale)
Sydney & Central Coast
South Coast NSW (Illawarra to Bega)
Inland NSW / Tablelands (Orange, Bathurst, Canberra)
Melbourne & Surrounds (Metro, Bayside, Geelong, Bellarine, Mornington)
Western District & Central VIC (Ballarat, Bendigo, Hamilton)
Gippsland (Latrobe Valley, East Gippsland)
Adelaide Metro & Coastal
Adelaide Hills & Barossa

Thrives in

Full Sun
Part Shade

Frost Tolerance

Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Drought Tolerance

As a young tree it requires regular watering, but once established Allocasuarina torulosa develops moderate to good drought tolerance. It performs reliably in dry periods, especially when planted in well-drained soils, and maintains its graceful foliage with minimal supplementary watering.

Flowering Information

Does Allocasuarina torulosa - River She Oak flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Winter
Spring

Flower Type:

Not Applicable

Flower Colour:

Not Applicable

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions:

What is the ecological importance of River She Oak?
It plays a vital role in stabilizing riverbanks, preventing erosion, and providing habitat for wildlife.
Is this tree suitable for coastal areas?
Yes, it is salt-tolerant and can thrive in coastal environments.
Can River She Oak be used for windbreaks?
Yes, its upright growth and flexible branches make it an effective choice for creating windbreaks in open landscapes.
What makes Allocasuarina torulosa unique in the landscape?
Its slender, needle-like foliage and elegant form add a distinctive texture and aesthetic appeal to natural and cultivated landscapes.