Prumnopitys andina

Other Name

Plum Fir

Location

Geelong Botanic Gardens, Eastern Beach, GEELONG VIC 3220 - Property No T11594

File Number

T11594

Level

State

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

A very large example of this rare tree It is the only known example in Victoria and is in excellent condition. A native of Chile this tree normally grows to only 45 ft ( 14m) and is often shrubby in cultivation.
Located 30 metres East of Traill Fountain

Measurements: 04/1984
Spread (m): 18.5
Girth (m): 5.45
Height (m): 19.5
Estimated Age (yrs): 125
Condition: Good

Measurements:28/03/2004
Spread (m): N-S 19; E-W17
Girth (m): 5.47
Height (m): 21
Estimated Age (yrs): 145
Condition: Good

Access: Unrestricted
Classified: 12/04/1984

Group

Parks, Gardens and Trees

Category

Tree