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Angophora costata

Other Name

Smooth-barked apple gum

Location

11 Alister Street FITZROY NORTH, MORELAND CITY

File Number

T12340

Level

Regional

Statement of Significance

STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE:

What is significant?

This Smooth-barked apple gum is located at in the front garden of this residential property. The tree has a well-balanced canopy, with no structural defects. The tree is in fair condition despite 3 large wounds on the trunk.

How is it significant?

This Smooth-barked apple gum is significant for aesthetic and scientific reasons at Regional level.

Why is it significant?

This Smooth-barked apple gum is an excellent example of the species. It is outstanding for its size at a height of 26-26.5m, girth of 3.6m and canopy spread of 16-19m. It makes a significant contribution to surrounding residential street-scape. The tree exhibits curious growth in the form of twisted branches, a unique characteristic of this species.

Measurements: July 2017
Spread (m): N-S 16m E-W 19m
Girth (m): 3.6 at 1.4m above ground level
Height (m): 26-26.5
Estimated Age (yrs): 74
Condition: Fair

Group

Parks, Gardens and Trees

Category

Tree