Drooping Sheoak (Allocasuarina Verticillata) is a perennial tree in the Casuarinaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Allocasuarina verticillata, commonly known as drooping sheoak, is a small to medium-sized tree native to southeastern Australia, recognized for its weeping habit and needle-like foliage.

Drooping Sheoak

Drooping Sheoak

Allocasuarina Verticillata

Allocasuarina verticillata, commonly known as drooping sheoak, is a small to medium-sized tree native to southeastern Australia, recognized for its weeping habit and needle-like foliage.

Quick Facts

Type
tree
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:screen, windbreak, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Drooping Sheoak

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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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Drooping Sheoak
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Taxonomy

Family:Casuarinaceae
Genus:Allocasuarina