Casuarina stricta (Beefwood / Mountain She Oak)

Casuarina stricta, commonly known as Beefwood or Mountain She Oak, is a tall evergreen tree native to Australia. It has a unique appearance with slender, drooping branches that resemble a pine tree. The tree produces small, inconspicuous flowers and has thin, needle-like leaves that give it an overall delicate and feathery appearance. Beefwood trees are commonly found in coastal areas and can tolerate a wide range of soil conditions.