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Eucalyptus camaldulensis

Other Name

Fyans Creek

Location

59 Pines Road FYANS CREEK, NORTHERN GRAMPIANS SHIRE

File Number

T12334

Level

State

Statement of Significance

STATEMENT OF CULTURAL HERITAGE SIGNIFICANCE:

What is significant?

This is an extremely large and imposing River Red Gum which is estimated to be 400 years old and is believed to have Aboriginal cultural significance. The tree grows on the edge of a seasonal wetlands which has previously been drained.

How is it significant?

This River Red Gum is significant for scientific, social and aesthetic reasons at State level.

Why is it significant?

This tree is outstanding for its large size, with a trunk circumference of 14m, height of 38.5m and a canopy spread of 27.5m. It is generally healthy but the amount of foliage is relatively sparse for its size. It is an outstanding example of the species and makes a significant contribution to the landscape. This River Red Gum is believed to be of Aboriginal cultural significance.

Measurements: 20/04/2015

Spread (m):27.5 N-S, 27.5 E-W

Girth (m): 14.0

Height (m): 38.5

Estimated Age (yrs): 402

Condition: Good

Access: Restricted

Classified: 29/5/17

Group

Parks, Gardens and Trees