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Eucalyptus pilularis

Other Name Blackbutt Location 'Mooramong', Glenelg Highway,, SKIPTON VIC 3361 - Property No T11088 File Number T11088 Level Demolished/Removed

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Statement of Significance

Rare or localised

A rare tree in cultivation in Victoria being the only known mature specimen (1987).It is native to the fertile south-east coastal plains and hills from south of Bega in far south-eastern NSW to the south-east of Queensland coastal area and is harvested for premium building material. The species attains great heights, uptp 70m. This tree has developed a very spreading habit and unfortunately appears severely stressed - a very thin canopy and only moderate vigour.
Located south-east of the homestead.

Measurements: 04/ 1987
Spread (m): 23
Girth (m): 5.24
Height (m): 25.5
Estimated Age (yrs): 90
Condition: Fair

Access: Restricted
Classified: 14/05/1987

Reported dead: 10/10/2010.
This tree has since been removed.