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Hesperocyparis forbesii

Other Names

Tecate Cypress , Cupressus forbesii

Location

Colac Botanic Gardens, Fyans Street,, COLAC VIC 3250 - Property No T11496

File Number

T11496

Level

Regional

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Statement of Significance

Contribution to landscape of historic garden
Rare or localised

This stand of Tecate Cypress ( Hesperocyparis forbesii) comprises the only known examples of the species in Victoria. A native of South and Baja California, the species is notable for its peeling bark, which leaves bright green patches, later turning red-brown. The foliage has the appearance of Cupressus macrocarpa but is brighter green. The single tree is atypical having a pendulous habit and slightly different foliage. The group in the north-east corner are stressed from carparking and compacted soil.

25/05/2020: Two of the four trees have died and been removed.

Measurements: 07/03/1990
Tree 1:
Spread (m): 9.5
Girth (m): 2
Height (m): 12
Tree 2:
Girth (m): 2.32
Height (m): 8
Tree 3:
Girth (m): 1.02
Height (m): 6.6
Estimated Age (yrs): 80
Condition: Fair

Measurements: 25/11/2003
Spread (m): 9.0
Girth (m): 2
Height (m): 13
Condition: Good

Access: Unrestricted
Classified: 12/04/1990

Group

Parks, Gardens and Trees