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Castanea sativa

Other Name

Sweet Chestnut

Location

4 Hunter Road, WANDIN EAST VIC 3139 - Property No T11810

File Number

T11810

Level

State

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Statement of Significance

Outstanding size
Outstanding example of species

The largest known example of the species in cultivation, this tree stands alone in a paddock some 100m from Hunter Road. It has a full canopy almost touching the ground and some disproportionate swelling of the lower branch collar
17/05/2010: This tree is in excellent condition considering its age. The dimensions should be noted as this tree is huge and its photos do not do it justice (AB)

Measurements: 02/03/1993
Spread (m): 27.4
Girth (m): 6.21
Height (m): 20
Estimated Age (yrs): 100
Condition: Good

Measurements; 17/05/2010
Spread (m): N-S 28, E-W 30
Girth (m): 7.3
Condition Excellent.

Access: Restricted
Classified: 11/03/1993

Group

Parks, Gardens and Trees