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Eucalyptus x studleyensis

Other Name

Studley Park Gum

Location

Prosper Parade Ashburton, BOROONDARA CITY

File Number

T12361

Level

Regional

Statement of Significance

Tree Measurements:

Condition: Good

Tree Type: Individual

Circumference: 3.2m

Height: 25m

Canopy spread: N-S: 10 E-W: 12m

Height method: Instrument

Circumference method: Tape Measure

Date of measurement: 26/09/2017

Age of tree: approximately 90 years

Measured by Brett Morris and Rod Dunstan

What is significant?

A rare Eucalyptus x studleyensis (Studley Park Gum) located along the Alamein railway line, near the foot crossing to Ashburton Station in Ashburton. Close to boundary of Summerhill Park. The tree is in good health. Has had a branch fall off some time ago, exposing the tree to the potential of disease.

How is it significant?

The Eucalyptus x studleyensis (Studley Park Gum) is significant for rarity and scientific reasons at Regional level.

Why is it significant?

Eucalyptus x studleyensis (Studley Park Gum) is rare, with only other examples on register at Eaglemont Station, Eaglemont. This species is a hybrid, with early examples found at Studley Park in Kew. Endemic to Victoria this species is listed an endangered. It is a good example of the species.

Group

Parks, Gardens and Trees