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Quercus canariensis

Other Name Algerian Oak Location Royal Botanic Gardens, Birdwood Avenue, MELBOURNE VIC 3004 - Property No T11881 File Number T11881 Level Demolished/Removed

[1/2] T11881 Quercus canariensis. [2/2] T11881 Quercus canariensis.

Statement of Significance

Contribution to the historic garden
Outstanding size
Historical value:

Planted by Lady Loch in 1889. A prominent feature on the Oak Lawn, this was one of the largest spreading trees in the Gardens.
Half the tree sheared away and fell in November 1997.


Measurements: 01/2003
Spread (m): E-W 46; N-S 45
Girth (m): 4.39
Height (m): 22
Estimated Age (yrs): 114
Condition: Good
Removed in 1997
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Access:Unrestricted
Classified 27/01/1983