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Picconia excelsa

Other Name

Wiridgil

Location

'Grimwade House', cnr Balaclava and Orrong Roads,, CAULFIELD VIC 3162 - Property No T11477

File Number

T11477

Level

Regional

Statement of Significance

Contribution to landscape of historic garden
Rare or localised
Outstanding size

Located in the grounds of a former mansion (circa 1875) and now private school property, this is a fine example of a species uncommon in cultivation in Victoria. It is endemic to Macaronesia, occurring on the Canary Islands (Spain) and Madeira (Portugal).
A large Cedar on the north side is crowding the canopy spread.

Measurements: 02/03/1993
Spread (m): 14
Girth (m): 2
Height (m): 15
Estimated Age (yrs): 100
Condition: Good

Measurements: 28/10/2003
Spread (m): E-W 14; N-S 15
Girth (m): 2.27
Height (m): 14.8
Estimated Age (yrs): 111
Condition: Good

Access: Restricted
Classified: 11/03/1993

Group

Parks, Gardens and Trees