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Pinus canariensis

Other Name

Canary Island Pine

Location

'Billilla', Halifax Street,, BRIGHTON VIC 3186 - Property No T11411

File Number

T11411

Level

Regional

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Statement of Significance

Curious growth form

This specimen tree has an unusual growth due to a severe lightning strike which occurred on 2 February 1918.
As the name suggests, this is a native to the Canary Islands making it highly suited to south-east Australia. It has a distinguishable and strongly fissured red bark, which provides a distinct visual contrast to its dark deep-green and soft textured foliage.
The historic home, "Billilla", was built between 1876-1878 and is classified by the National Trust.
January 2010; The leaves (needles) are prolific and the canopy is almost shaped like a ball

Measurements: 01/1983
Spread (m):17
Girth (m): 3
Height (m):16
Estimated Age (yrs): 100+
Condition: Good

Measurements: 01/2010
Spread(m): 19
Girth (m): 3.3
Height (m): 19
Estimated Age (yrs): 130+
Condition: Excellent

Access: Unrestricted
Classified: 27/01/1983

Group

Parks, Gardens and Trees