Casuarina equisetifolia is a fast-growing evergreen tree with fine, needle-like foliage that resembles a pine. Its exceptional tolerance to salt spray and drought makes it an ideal windbreak for coastal regions. The tree hosts nitrogen-fixing bacteria in its root nodules, enabling healthy growth even in poor, sandy soils.
She-Oak (Casuarina equisetifolia)
Casuarina equisetifolia
Salt and wind tolerant, fast-growing evergreen coastal tree.
Product Information
| Latin Name | Casuarina equisetifolia |
|---|---|
| Category | Ornamental Plants |
| Stock Code | BC-801 |
| Height | 150-300 cm |
| Pot Type | Plastic Pot / Soil |
| Sale Type | Wholesale |
Features
Flower/Foliage
Needle-like evergreen foliage, small cone-like fruits
Deciduous
Evergreen
Growth Rate
Fast (1-1.5 m per year)
Cold Tolerance
Low (down to -2°C)
Salt Tolerance
Very high
Mature Height
15-25 m
Product Description
Detailed Specifications
| Height | 150-300 cm |
|---|---|
| Pot | 24-40 cm |
| Trunk Structure | Slender, upright trunk; grey-brown bark, fissured when mature |
| Leaf Form | Needle-like appearance, actually jointed green branchlets (cladodes), 15-25 cm long |
| Flower Structure | Small, inconspicuous, monoecious flowers; male flowers in terminal spikes |
| Root System | Deep taproot with nitrogen-fixing actinorrhizal root nodules |
| Fruit | Small, woody, cone-like fruit; 1-2 cm diameter, seeds winged |
| Lifespan | 40-60 years |
Care & Growing
Watering
Regular watering in the first year; once established, minimal irrigation is sufficient even in drought.
Light
Full sun; requires at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Soil
Prefers sandy, well-drained soils; tolerates poor and saline soils.
Fertilizer
Apply balanced NPK fertilizer in spring and autumn.
Usage Areas
- Coastal windbreaks
- Roadside planting
- Erosion control
- Park and garden landscaping
- Industrial area screening
Frequently Asked Questions
Casuarina equisetifolia is one of the fastest-growing trees, adding 1 to 1.5 meters of height per year under optimal conditions with full sun and adequate water.
No, it is a very low-maintenance tree once established. It fixes its own nitrogen, tolerates drought, and rarely suffers from serious pests or diseases.
Delivery Information
Minimum order 10 units. Shipping available throughout Turkey.
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