Sequoiadendron giganteum

Other Name

Sierra Redwood

Location

'Alton' 239 Alton Road, MOUNT MACEDON VIC 3441 - Property No T11673

File Number

T11673

Level

State

Statement of Significance

Contribution to historic garden or park
Outstanding size

This tree is the largest recorded example of the species in Victoria and second in height to the tree at Glen Harrow, Belgrave. This massive tree has fire scars to the lower trunk but is otherwise in good condition. The tree has outstanding form and analmost perfect cone.
It is located north-west of main house.

Measurements: 01/03/1998
Spread (m): 15.3
Girth (m): 8.4
Height (m): 45
Estimated Age (yrs): 130
Condition: Good

Access: Restricted
Classified: 17/12/1998

Group

Parks, Gardens and Trees

Category

Tree