Allocasuarina torulosa - River She Oak

• 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.

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

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.

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

They are considered to have a:

• Medium Growth Rate

Is Allocasuarina torulosa - River She Oak frost tolerant?

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

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.

Does Allocasuarina torulosa - River She Oak flower?

• Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

• Winter
• Spring

Flower Type:

• Not Applicable

Flower Colour:

Not Applicable

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.

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.

Allocasuarina torulosa - River She Oak will thrive best in:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

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.

Is Allocasuarina torulosa - River She Oak Drought tolerant?

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.