Phytolacca dioica
Other Names
Bella Sombra (Beautiful Shade Tree) , Ombu
Location
Werribee Park Mansion, 320 K Road,, WERRIBEE VIC 3030 - Property No T11245
File Number
T11245
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[3/16] | T11245 Phytolacca dioca | |
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[6/16] | Werribee Park trees - 24 | |
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[7/16] | Werribee Park trees - 23 | |
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[9/16] | Werribee Park trees - 25 | |
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[10/16] | Werribee Park trees - 27 | |
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[11/16] | Werribee Park trees - 23 | |
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[12/16] | Werribee Park trees - 21 | |
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[13/16] | Werribee Park trees - 22 | |
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[14/16] | Werribee Park trees - 20 | |
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[15/16] | Werribee Park trees - 19 | |
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Statement of Significance
What is significant?
Contribution to the landscape. of historic garden
Outstanding example of species
This is a very large specimen of an unusual species, native to South America. It has developed the characteristic form of a large base supporting several large branches. The tree is in excellent condition although the large base has areas of decay and large cavities have developed. The tree will require regular inspection to reduce the likelihood of premature collapse of the canopy. The public should not be permitted to climb through the tree.
2011: Issues with possums have been attended to with good results
Measurements: 04/1986
Spread (m): 15
Girth (m): 10.5
Height (m): 15.8
Estimated Age (yrs): 110
Condition: Good
Measurements 14/11/2011
Spread (m): E-W 16.7, N-S 20.2
Girth (m):13.5 at 0.5m
Hieght (m): 12.2
Condition: Excellent.
Measurements 08/12/2022
Spread (m): E-W 17.1, N-S 16.6
Girth (m): 11.2
Hieght (m): 13.0
Condition: Excellent.
Access: Restricted
Classified: 08/05/1986
How is it significant?
Contribution to the landscape. of historic garden
Outstanding example of species
This is a very large specimen of an unusual species, native to South America.. It has developed the characteristic form of a large base supporting several large branches. The tree is in excellent condition although the large base has areas of decay and large cavities have developed. The tree will require regular inspection to reduce the likelihood of premature collapse of the canopy. The public should not be permitted to climb through the tree.
2011: Issues with possums have been attended to with good results
Measurements: 04/1986
Spread (m): 15
Girth (m): 10.5
Height (m): 15.8
Estimated Age (yrs): 110
Condition: Good
Measurements 14/11/2011
Spread (m): E-W 16.7, N-S 20.2
Girth (m):13.5 at 0.5m
Hieght (m): 12.2
Condition: Excellent.
Measurements 08/12/2022
Spread (m): E-W 17.1, N-S 16.6
Girth (m): 11.2
Hieght (m): 13.0
Condition: Excellent.
Access: Restricted
Classified: 08/05/1986
Why is it significant?
Contribution to the landscape. of historic garden
Outstanding example of species
This is a very large specimen of an unusual species, native to South America.. It has developed the characteristic form of a large base supporting several large branches. The tree is in excellent condition although the large base has areas of decay and large cavities have developed. The tree will require regular inspection to reduce the likelihood of premature collapse of the canopy. The public should not be permitted to climb through the tree.
2011: Issues with possums have been attended to with good results
Measurements: 04/1986
Spread (m): 15
Girth (m): 10.5
Height (m): 15.8
Estimated Age (yrs): 110
Condition: Good
Measurements 14/11/2011
Spread (m): E-W 16.7, N-S 20.2
Girth (m):13.5 at 0.5m
Hieght (m): 12.2
Condition: Excellent.
Measurements 08/12/2022
Spread (m): E-W 17.1, N-S 16.6
Girth (m): 11.2
Hieght (m): 13.0
Condition: Excellent.
Access: Restricted
Classified: 08/05/1986
Group
Parks, Gardens and Trees
Category
Tree