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Quercus robur

Other Name English Oak Location Castlemaine Botanic Gardens, Walker Street,, CASTLEMAINE VIC 3450 - Property No T11459 File Number T11459 Level State

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Statement of Significance

Contribution to landscape of historic garden or park.
Outstanding size
Historical value
Outstanding example of species.

This tree is possibly the largest and oldest known specimen of Quercus robur in Victoria. A plaque at its base indicates the tree was planted by HRH Prince Alfred, Duke of Edinburgh on 18 December 1867.
Located adjacent to BBQ and playground.

Measurements: 10/1984
Spread (m): 34
Girth (m): 3.84
Height (m): 21
Estimated Age (yrs): 117
Condition: Good

Measurements: 26/10/2003
Spread (m): 35
Girth (m): 5.1
Height (m): 22
Estimated Age (yrs):140
Condition: Good

Access: Unrestricted
Classified: 10/11/1984