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ACACIA PRAVISSIMA

Other Name

Ovens Wattle

Location

5 BELLEVUE RD DROMANA, MORNINGTON PENINSULA SHIRE

File Number

T12520

Level

Regional

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Statement of Significance

What is significant?

A single planted Ovens Wattle on a private property in Dromana.

How is it significant?

The Ovens Wattle is significant for scientific reasons at the Regional level.

Why is it significant?

This Ovens Wattle is scientifically significant for its horticultural value as an interesting and unique specimen with potential for propagation and to be grown commercially. The tree has an unusual and unique colouring of the phyllodes, ranging from green, yellow to red, sometimes appearing ombré. Abnormal growths and variegated forms can occasionally occur in Acacias, and this is a fine first representation of Acacia pravissima on the Register.

Measurements: 31/07/2023

Spread (m): 6

Girth (m): 0.5

Height (m): 4

Estimated age (yrs): 30

Condition: Good

Access: Restricted

Classified: 09/12/2024

Group

Parks, Gardens and Trees