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Schinus lentiscifolius

Other Name

Molle ceniciento

Location

Ernest Jones Drive, MACLEOD Vic 3085 - Property No T11747

Level

Local

Statement of Significance

Horticultural or genetic value
Rare or localised

Located on the site of the former Mont Park Hospital at the end of Waiora Road
A very attractive specimen with foliage reaching to ground level. A feature of this tree is its weeping foliage, whitish bloom to the young shoots and leaflets, and its very attractive bark. The light grey bark flakes off to reveal light green patches. The species is a native of Brazil and normally reaches about 3 metres. This tree is the only known example of the species in cultivation in Victoria.

Measurements: 10/1987
Spread(m): 10.8
Girth(m): 2.18
Height(m): 6.7
Approx Age(yrs): 80
Condition: Excellent

Access: Restricted
Classified: 08/10/1987

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