Taxonomy

Division:

Coniferophyta | - Conifers

Family:

Cupressaceae

Genus:

Callitris

Species:

Callitris arenaria

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Tree

Height:

300 cm

Drought Tolerance:

High

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, small mammals

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fragrant:

Yes

Fire Ecology:

Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire

Fire Notes:

Exhibits strong resprouting ability from epicormic buds after fire. Common in fire-prone heathlands where it regenerates vigorously post-burn but does not require fire for seed release.

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

14–60 days

Notes:

Seeds germinate readily without treatment. Surface sowing or light covering recommended as some light may improve germination rates.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI