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Robinia pseudoacacia

Other Name Black Locust Or False Acacia Location Black Mountain Station, Gelantipy Road,, GELANTIPY VIC 3885 - Property No T11192 File Number T11192 Level State

[1/2] T11192 Robinia pseudoacacia [2/2] T11192 Robinia pseudoacacia

Statement of Significance

Particularly old
Outstanding size

This tree was planted by pioneer settler, Mary Agnes O'Rourke circa 1870, a pioneer settler at Black Mountain Station. The story goes that Mrs O'Rourke initially twisted two tree limbs together to give the tree increased strength, and the tree exibits marks which could give credence to this story. The tree is in good condition despite the harsh growing environment.
This tree is located on the south bank of Little River, north of the bridge on Gelantipy Road, Black Mountain Station.

Measurements: 15/06/1996
Spread (m): 8.3
Girth (m): 2.5
Height (m): 13.5
Estimated Age (yrs): 125
Condition: Good

Access: Restricted
Classified: 08/08/1996