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auarina raerana (Fraser's sheoak)

Climate

It prefers a climate with average rainfall ranging from 900 to 1200 mm and is commonly found in the south west of Western Australia. It thrives in sandy soils and gravels and can be seen growing alongside Eucalyptus marginata and Eucalyptus calophylla in casuarina and banksia scrubland.

Common Name

Common name: Sheoak

Description

The auarina raerana, also known as Fraser's sheoak, is a small tree that typically grows on sandy soils and gravels in the south west of Western Australia. It thrives in areas with average rainfalls between 900 and 1200 mm. This tree is often found alongside Eucalyptus marginata and Eucalyptus calophylla, as well as in casuarina and banksia scrubland. It is valued for its use in joinery, cabinet making, and turnery, making it a promising resource in the craft industry.

Genus
Grouping
Pioneers
Latin Name

Allocasuarina fraseriana

Origin

Australia

Other Relevant Information

Habitat: Auarina raerana is commonly found in the south west region of Western Australia, particularly in sandy soils and gravels. It thrives in areas with an average rainfall ranging from 900 to 1200 mm. It is often found growing alongside Eucalyptus marginata and Eucalyptus calophylla, as well as in casuarina and banksia scrubland. Uses: This species of tree, known as Fraser's sheoak, has been traditionally utilized for joinery, cabinet making, and turnery. Its versatile wood also holds great potential in the craft industry. Grouping: Auarina raerana is classified under the grouping of Pioneers.

Related Genus
Soil Preferences

Grows mostly on sandy soils and gravels.

Specific species
Uses
Craft industryCraft timberCraftwood
Suitability to cool temperate climate

This small tree (to 15 m) grows mostly on sandy soils and gravels and is native to the south west of Western Australia. It occurs naturally in average rainfalls of between 900 - 1200 mm.

Natural companions include Eucalyptus marginata and Eucalyptus calophylla. It also occurs in casuarina and banksia scrubland.

It has traditionally been used for joinery, cabinet making and turnery and has great potential in the craft industry.