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Phillyrea latifolia

Other Name Mock Privet Location St Kilda Botanical Gardens, Blessington Street,, ST KILDA VIC 3182 - Property No T11160 File Number T11160 Level State

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Statement of Significance

Location or Context:
A tree which occurs in a unique location or context and so provides a contribution to the landscape.

Outstanding Size:
A tree outstanding for its large height, trunk circumference or canopy spread.

Outstanding Example of Species:
A tree that is an outstanding example of its species.

A large and well-shaped tree of this unusual species, a native of the Mediterranean. The tree has grown into an attractive lawn specimen although it contains small amounts of deadwood. Other large examples are known at Eastern Park, Geelong and Burswood, Portland. This tree, however, is by far the best example.

This tree is located at the northern end of the gardens and east of Palm Avenue.

Measurements: 28/04/1988
Spread (m): 12.4
Girth (m): 2.05
Height (m): 10
Estimated Age (yrs): 70
Condition: Good

Access: Unrestricted
Classified: 12/05/1988