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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

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 2016

Spread (m):16 N-S,19 E-W

Girth (m): 3.6

Height (m): 26-26.5

Estimated Age (yrs): 75

Condition: Good

Access: Restricted

Classified: 28/08/2017

Group

Parks, Gardens and Trees