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ACACIA MELANOXYLON

Other Name

Blackwood Wattle

Location

235 HUTCHISON ROAD BONANG, EAST GIPPSLAND SHIRE

File Number

T12474

Level

Regional

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Statement of Significance

What is significant?

An individual Blackwood Wattle growing in a valley on a private property close to the Snowy River National Park.

How is it significant?

This Blackwood Wattle is significant for scientific reasons at the Regional level.

Why is it significant?

This Blackwood Wattle is scientifically significant for its large size particularly in this region. It is a dominating tree located in the clearing of a valley with smaller Blackwood Wattles growing peripherally. It is significant for its contribution to the habitat. The tree is a landmark and may be used in the future for seed collection.

Measurements: 24/11/2021

Spread (m): 16.1

Girth (m): 3.8

Height (m): 26.1

Estimated age (yrs): 89

Condition: Good

Access: Restricted

Classified: 31/05/2023

Group

Parks, Gardens and Trees