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Cypressus torulosa
Other NameHimalayan Cypress LocationFormer Mayday Hills Hospital, Albert Road, Beechworth, INDIGO SHIRE
File NumberT12244LevelRegional |
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Statement of Significance
Horticultural value This specimen was planted by the gardeners/patients in the front lawn
of the northern wing of the hospital. Measurements: 02/08/2013 Access: Unrestricted
Contribution to landscape of historic
garden
Particularly old
Outstanding size
Aesthetic value
Mayday Hills Hospital was
developed as the Beechworth Lunatic Asylum in 1864-67 with gardens and
grounds laid out at this time and rejuvenated since 1913.
The
collection of mature trees and plants is exceptional with many dating
from the mid to late nineteenth century and others from the post 1913
work of Hugh Linaker and later curators. The efforts of grounds staff
over the decades has created a succession plan that extends beyond the
lifespan of the 19th century plantings.
It has become one of the
top 5 collections of trees in Victoria (John Hawker)
Height (m): 20
Canopy Spread (m):
15
Girth (m): 2.7
Estimated Age (yrs): 100
Condition: Good
Classified: 05/03/2014
Group
Parks, Gardens and Trees
Category
Tree