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Ficus macrophylla

Other Names

Moreton Bay Fig , 'Burke and Wills Tree'

Location

Curlewis Street,, SWAN HILL VIC 3585 - Property No T11171

File Number

T11171

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Statement of Significance

Contribution to the landscape
Outstanding size
Outstanding example of species

Although locally named the 'Burke and Wills Tree', there is no evidence supporting any association with the explorers. It is one of the largest Moreton Bay Fig (Ficus macrophylla) trees in Victoria, noted particularly for its canopy spread.
It is believed to have been planted in1862, but there are varying versions of the story relating to its planting

2008: Poor condition caused by drought and traffic stress
09/2013: Heavy pruning has taken place in order to save the tree.The tree has been mulched and a reticulation water system installed

Measurements: circa 1986
Spread (m): E-W 44; N-S 40.5
Girth (m): 11
Height (m): 28.5
Estimated Age (yrs): 120
Condition: Good

Access: Unrestricted
Classified: 12/01/1982

Group

Parks, Gardens and Trees