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Description
Casuarina equisetifolia is an evergreen tree and has a conifer-like appearance.The foliage of this perennial plant consists of slender, much branched green to grey-green twigs, bearing minute scale-leaves in whorls of 6 to 8. The flowers are produced in small catkin-like inflorescences. It is monoecious, with male and female flowers produced on the same tree.Plant Specifications*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%
Common Name
Whistling Pine, Casuarina, Common Ironwood, Beefwood, Bull-oak, Jungli Saru
Maximum Reachable Height
Up to 35 m
Flower Colour
Inconspicuous (Light brown)
Bloom Time
Male flowers by second year and females a little later.
Difficulty Level
Easy to grow
Planting and careBe careful to water the plants regularly during the first two years following planting.Do watering is done along with the planting.Organic insecticides such as biocide are highly effective to get rid of moths (parasites).Casuarina equisetifolia care
It grows along sandy coasts and coastal forests naturally. It can be propagated by seed. A spacing of 4 x 4 to 6 x 6 feet is ideal which allows intercropping in the first year. The soil is scooped to the depth and width of the bag, planted preferably with the onset of rains.
Sunlight
Full sun
Watering
Moderate. The irrigation is required for once in every 10 to 15 days.
Soil
Well-Drained Soils, Saline, Loose, Fine Soils
Temperature
16 to 45 degrees C
Fertilizer
Use any organic fertilizer.
Casuarina equisetifolia special feature
It has a strong resistance to high winds and can thus be used as a windbreak.
Casuarina equisetifolia uses
Ornamental Use:
The tree is commonly grown as an ornamental
Medicinal Use:
Bark and twigs are used in ayurvedic preparations
Note: Always seek advice from a professional before using a plant medicinally
Culinary Use:
The seeds are roasted for salt
The leaves and green fruit were chewed to stimulate salivation to quench thirst
Note: Please consult your health expert
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