Casuarina cunninghamiana

Casuarina cunninghamiana is an Australian native commonly found along the Northern Territory, Queensland and New South Wales. The name 'Casuarina' originates from the word 'cassowary' - Casuarina cunninghamiana are recognised for their fine needle-like foliage that look like the feathers of a bird. Casuarina cunninghamiana is an ideal tree for river banks, coastal, screening, urban plantings and is commonly used as a windbreak. Plant Casuarina cunninghamiana in an area of full sun, with well drained soils. Once established, Casuarina cunninghamiana is waterwise and can tolerate drought, frost, seasonal water logging and moderate salinity. Casuarina cunninghamiana is a fast-growing, bird attracting tree that requires low maintenance, only needing watering occasionally through warmer months. Casuarina cunninghamiana can grow to a height of 30 metres and a width of 12 metres.