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Callitris columellaris

Other Name

Richmond Cypress Pine

Location

Royal Botanic Gardens, Birdwood Avenue, MELBOURNE VIC 3004 - Property No T11850

File Number

T11850

Level

State

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T11850 Callitris columellaris
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T11850 Callitris columellaris

Statement of Significance

Contribution to the historic garden
Outstanding size
Outstanding example of its species:

This tree, located below the Hopetoun Lawn,is a dominant specimen in the Botanic Gardens' landscape and occupies a prominent position in the Government House viewline.The tree has an almost perfect conical form and compact crown and is thought to be a remnant of the 'pinetum' established by Mueller. Also known as Callitris glaucophylla (White Cypress Pine).

Measurements: 04/07/1990
Spread (m): 14.5
Girth (m): 3.2 (at 1.0m)
Height (m): 20.6
Estimated Age (yrs): 130

Measurements: 06/2003
Spread (m): E-W 14; N-S 12
Girth (m): 3.89
Height (m): 25
Estimated Age (yrs): 143
Condition: Good

Measurements: 06/01/2011
Spread (m): E-W 14; N-S 10
Girth (m): 3.75
Height (m): 23
Condition:Good.

Access: Unrestricted
Classified: 12/07/1990

Group

Parks, Gardens and Trees