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Wigandia caracasana

Other Name Wigandia caracasana Location Geelong Botanic Gardens, Eastern Beach,, GEELONG VIC 3220 - Property No T11587 File Number T11587 Level State

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Statement of Significance

Horticultural value;
Tree which occurs in a unique location or context and so provides a contribution to the historic garden or park;
Rare or localised
Outstanding example of species

An unusual tree in cutivation;native to Southern Mexico, Venezuela and Columbia. One of many plants often referrëd to as "Stinging Trees" This specimen is the most outstanding of the eight known. It is popluar for sub tropical gardening style as the young seedling bear very large leaves.
The tree lost a limb as a result of storm damage in October 1987 but has recovered to develop a good form.
Located 20 metres south of toilets in North East corner, against rear fence of Gardens

Measurements: 04/1984
Spread (m): 6.2
Girth (m):0.9
Height (m): 5.5
Estimated Age (yrs): 100
Condition: Good