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Other NameCoral tree LocationSite of old Lakeview Hotel, east Mallacoota Inlet,, MALLACOOTA VIC 3892 - Property No T12147
File NumberT12147LevelRegional |
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Contribution to landscape There is no other Erythrina x sykesii on the Register. This tree is large for its type and in excellent condition. It is estimated to be 120 years old and is thriving in this isolated site. Measurements: 11/2007
Particularly old
Outstanding size
Aesthetic significance
Outstanding example of species
Erythrina x sykesii is a medium sized deciduous tree with knobbly grey-green bark, numerous small triangular rose-like thorns and red flowers.
According to local history books, the original township and hotel in Mallacoota was founded in the 1880s. It is believed that this tree was planted by the original owners of the hotel at around the same time.
Accessiblity to the site is by boat.
Spread (m): E-W 13; N-S 16
Girth (m):
Height (m): 18.0
Estimated Age (yrs): 120
Condition: Good
Access: Unrestricted
Classified: 21/02/2011
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