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Schinus molle var. areira

Other Name Pepper Tree Location 8 Farran Street,, CASTLEMAINE VIC 3450 - Property No T11474 File Number T11474 Level State

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Statement of Significance

Contribution to landscape.
Outstanding size

This tree, native to northern South America and Mexico, has an outstanding crown and branch structure, and its location makes a significant contribution to the landscape. Minor deadwooding is required.
The Pepper tree was widely planted in homestead gardens and stockyards in dry areas of NSW, Victoria and South Australia. It is fire resistant and has invaded lowland grassland and woodland and dry forest

Measurements: 07/04/1995
Spread (m): 22
Girth (m): 5.95
Height (m): 17.5
Estimated Age (yrs): 100
Condition: Good