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Cercis siliquastrum

Other Name

Judas Tree

Location

789 Malvern Road, TOORAK VIC 3143 - Property No T12065

File Number

T12065

Level

Regional

Statement of Significance

Horticultural value
Particularly old
Outstanding example of species

This tree is the first of the species to be on the Register. The original property was originally owned by Isabella and Edward Outhwaite and was called "Yarook". It is likely that the Outhwaites built the house and planted the tree around 1897
The tree is growing adjacent to the fenceline with one large branch protruding through it. There is also concrete paving right up to its trunk line over all the roots
September 2012: it was reported that at least half the canopy had been removed.

Measurements: 20/02/2004
Girth(m): 3.25 at 200mm above ground level
Spread (m): 9.30
Height (m): 8.75
Estimated Age (Yrs): 80-100
Condition; Good

Access: Restricted
Classified: 04/03/2004

Group

Parks, Gardens and Trees