Forest Oak
Herb latin name: Forest Oak,Forest Oak Extract
Latin name: Casuarina torulosa
Synonyms: Allocasuarina torulosaAllocasuarina torulosa
Family: Casuarinaceae (She-oak Family)
Habitat of the herb: Forest Oak: Coastal eucalyptus forests and on moist fertile soils in hilly eucalyptus forests. Experiences frost and snow in the south of iHabitat of the herb: Forest Oak: Coastal eucalyptus forests and on moist fertile soils in hilly eucalyptus forests. Experiences frost and snow in the south of its range.
Other uses of the herb: Wood - tough, durable. Used for veneer and joinery, it is also a very good fuel.
Propagation of Forest Oak: Seed - sow late winter to early summer in a greenhouse and only just cover the seed. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and grow them on in a greenhouse for at least their first winter. Plant them out into their permanent positions in late spring or early summer, after the last expected frosts. Cuttings of half-ripe wood, July/August in a frame.
Cultivation of the herb: Coastal eucalyptus forests and on moist fertile soils in hilly eucalyptus forests. Experiences frost and snow in the south of its range.
Medicinal use of Forest Oak: None known
Known hazards of Casuarina torulosa: None known
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