Description
Allocasuarina crassa (also called crassa sheoak, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with a woody base and a rosette of leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in rocky habitats.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Allocasuarina crassa is a small, yellow-green, cone-shaped flower with six petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Allocasuarina crassa is a small shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant and prefers full sun.