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Phytolacca dioica

Other Names

Ombu , Bella Sombra (Beautiful Shade Tree)

Location

6 Denison Street,, PORT ALBERT VIC 3971 - Property No T11256

File Number

T11256

Level

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Statement of Significance

Localised distribution
Particularly old and venerable
Outstanding example of species

The Ombu tree (Phytolacca dioica) is located on the former Port Albert Police Quarters built in the 1850s. It is an outstanding and rare example of the species with outstanding size and impressive rounded canopy. There were originally seven Ombu trees on the Register but 3 have since died. Therefore this specimen is now considered the best example in the State
24/09/2012 Registration upgraded from Regional to State significance,.

Measurements: 25/10/1993
Spread (m): 14.1
Girth (m): 3
Height (m): 11
Estimated Age (yrs): 100
Condition: Good

Access: Restricted
Classified: 11/11/1993
Upgraded: 24/09/2012

Group

Parks, Gardens and Trees