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Cedrus libani

Other Name

Cedar Of Lebanon

Location

Royal Botanic Gardens, Birdwood Avenue, MELBOURNE VIC 3004 - Property No T11849

File Number

T11849

Level

State

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Statement of Significance

Contribution to historic garden
Rare and localised
Outstanding example of species

A very large spreading tree which is a major feature of the Hopetoun Lawn in the Royal Botanic Gardens. It is the largest and finest example of the species known and is thought to be a remnant of the 'pinetum' established by Mueller in the 1860s. Surprisingly, this species is rarely cultivated in Victoria. It has a lean to the north - west but is otherwise in good condition.

Measurements: 04/07/1990
Spread (m): 25.8
Height (m):
Girth 9m): 4.23

Measurements: 06/2003
Spread (m): E-W 26; N-S 23
Girth (m): 5.12
Height (m): 14
Estimated Age (yrs): 143
Condition: Good

Access: Unrestricted
Classified: 12/07/1990

Group

Parks, Gardens and Trees