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Schinus areira

Other Name Pepper Tree Location Bacchus Marsh Railway Station, Station Street, MADDINGLEY VIC 3340 - Property No T11284 File Number T11284 Level Demolished/Removed

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Statement of Significance

Outstanding size
Historical value

The Pepper tree (Schinus areira) outside the Bacchus Marsh Railway Station was planted to commemorate the opening of the Station in 1885.
Severe storm damage in 1985 and termite infestation as well as poor structure required its removal in 1985.

Measurements: 1981
Spread (m): 22
Girth (m): 7
Height (m): 15
Estimated Age (yrs): 96

Condition: Removed
Classified: 1983