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Gymnocladus dioica

Other Name

Kentucky Coffee Tree

Location

Hamilton Botanic Gardens Cnr of French, Kennedy, Martin and Thompson Streets, HAMILTON VIC 3300 - Property No T11691

File Number

T11691

Level

State

[1/2]
T11691 Gymnocladus dioica
[2/2]
T11691 Gymnocladus dioica

Statement of Significance

Contribution to landscape
Rare or localised:

These trees are the only known examples in cultivation in Victoria. Unfortunately both trees have been overcrowded and have not developed an attractive form.
A feature of the tree is the very large double-pinnate leaves, some up to 75cm long. Male and female trees. An oblong pod (8.3cm) is produced and the seeds have been used as a coffee substitute. Native to eastern USA.

Jan 2013. Main tree has been removed. The Gardens are encouraginga number of saplings to grow from the original tree. In Jan 2013 the saplings were approx. 2 mtrs high.

Measurements: 02/1987
Spread (m): 8
Girth (m): 1
Height (m): 8.5
Estimated Age (yrs): 60
Condition: Good

Measurements: 18/03/2003
Spread (m): 1
Girth (m): 1
Height (m): 9
Estimated Age (yrs): 76
Condition: Fair to Poor

Access: Unrestricted
Classified: 12/02/1987

Group

Parks, Gardens and Trees