Sequoia sempervirens

Other Name

Coast Redwood

Location

Bright Country Golf Club, Back Porepunkah Road,, BRIGHT VIC 3741 - Property No T11400

File Number

T11400

Level

Regional

Statement of Significance

Contribution to landscape.
Outstanding size
Outstanding example of species

This specimen tree, located next to the clubhouse, is a remnant of former Forests Commission plantation located on the site and since cleared. It is now a striking feature in the landscape, standing out in open space and visible from quite a distance.
Found in the coastal areas of California, this species includes the tallest trees living now on Earth, reaching up to115.5metres and can live as long as 1200-1800 years.

Measurements: 22/02/1991
Spread (m): 11.4
Girth (m): 4
Height (m): 43
Estimated Age (yrs): 68
Condition: Good

Measurements: 06/01/2011
Spread (m): E-W 11; N- S 12
Girth (m): 5
Height(m): 48
Age (yrs): 88
Condition: Good

Access:Restricted
Classifed: 11/04/1991

Group

Parks, Gardens and Trees

Category

Tree