Dwarf She-oak (Allocasuarina Nana) is a perennial shrub in the Casuarinaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Allocasuarina nana is a low spreading shrub endemic to southeastern Australia, known for its fine, needle-like branchlets and adaptation to dry, rocky habitats.

Dwarf She-oak

Dwarf She-oak

Allocasuarina Nana

Allocasuarina nana is a low spreading shrub endemic to southeastern Australia, known for its fine, needle-like branchlets and adaptation to dry, rocky habitats.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, rocky, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, habitat

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Dwarf She-oak

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Casuarinaceae
Genus:Allocasuarina