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Cupressus torulosa

Other Names Galla ,  Himalayan Cyress ,  Surai (Indian) Location 51-59 Russell Street,, WERRIBEE VIC 3030 - Property No T12155 File Number T12155 Level Regional

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Statement of Significance

Contribution to lansdscape of historic garden, historic planting style
Outstanding size
Aesthetic significance
Curious growth form
Outstanding example of species

This pair of Bhutan Cypress (Cupressus torulosa) at the north-west gate make a significant aesthetic contribution to the immediate landscape of Russell Street. Their height-girth-spread dimensions make them prime specimens of the species within a suburban/residential environment. Planted on either side of the north-west driveway entrance to the property (Russell Street boundary) they stand guard over a culturally and historically significant residence set within a four acre 1940s arboretum-style garden.The east side specimen is unique due to its three massive ground-layered lower axillary trunks. These trunks begin at ground level and have grown upwards supporting their own canopy. The large rounded canopies of these specimens, along with the other mature trees accentuate the curves and ocean-liner shape of Arthur Pretty's 1940 Moderne inspired architecture of the residence.