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Eucalyptus X Studleyensis

Other Name

Studley Park Gum

Location

36-38 Somerset Drive Viewbank, BANYULE CITY

File Number

T12405

Level

State

Statement of Significance

Measurements: 12/06/2019

Spread (m): 20

Girth (m): 4.3

Height (m): 20

Estimated age (yrs): 200+

Condition: Good

Access: Unrestricted

Classified: 26/08/2019

What is significant?

This Studley Park Gum (Eucalyptus X Studleyensis) located next to the Banyule Billabong on the Yarra River Trail.

How is it significant?

This Studley Park Gum (Eucalyptus X Studleyensis) is significant for size and rarity at the State level.

Why is it significant?

The location of this tree on the edge of the Banyule Billabong has allowed it to grow to an outstanding form. Studley Park Gum is rare, with the only other examples on the register at Eaglemont Station, Eaglemont (T11737) and along the Alamein railway line, Ashburton (T12361). This species is a hybrid, with early examples found at Studley Park in Kew. Endemic to Victoria this species is listed as endangered. This tree is an excellent example of the species.

Group

Parks, Gardens and Trees