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ERYTHRINA CRISTA-GALLI
Other NameCock’s Comb Coral Tree Location193 HOLDEN STREET FITZROY NORTH, YARRA CITY
File NumberT12548LevelState |
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Statement of Significance
What is significant?
An individual Erythrina crista-galli (Cock’s Comb Coral Tree) located in the front garden of 193 Holden Street, North Fitzroy.
How is it significant?
This tree is of scientific and social significance at the State level.
Why is it significant?
The tree is of scientific significance as a fine example of the species and due to its, outstanding size by height, circumference and canopy spread. This specimen is the largest known example of its species in Victoria, rivalled only by the specimen at the rear of the Herbarium at the Royal Botanic Gardens but this example is significantly taller as it is not pollarded annually.
It is also of social significance due to its prominence when flowering, the owner stating there is a sea of red beneath the tree during flowering time which makes a significant contribution to the streetscape.
Measurements: 08/06/2024
Number of Trees: 1
Spread (m): NS 14.50, EW 15.20
Girth (m):
Height (m): 11.5
Estimated age (yrs): 100
Condition: Good
Access: Restricted
Classified: 09/12/2024
Measurements: 08/06/2024
Number of Trees: 1
Spread (m): NS 14.50, EW 15.20
Girth (m):
Height (m): 11.5
Estimated age (yrs): 100
Condition: Good
Access: Restricted
Classified: 09/12/2024
Group
Parks, Gardens and Trees
Category
Tree