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Pinus roxburghii

Other Name Long-Leaved Indian Pine Location Melbourne General Cemetery, College Crescent, PARKVILLE VIC 3052 - Property No T11892 File Number T11892 Level Regional

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Statement of Significance

Contribution to the landscape
Rare or localised:
Outstanding example of its species.

A species of pine rare in cultivation in Victoria, this tree is an outstanding example.The long pendulous needles and its symmetrical shape make the tree particularly attractive. Other plantings occur in The Domain, Royal Botanic Gardens, White Hills Botanic Gardens and Cemetery, and Rutherglen Public Park.
The Melbourne General Cemetery also contains many other trees of note.

Measurements: 09/1986
Spread (m): 17
Girth (m):2.58
Height (m): 18.5
Estimated Age (yrs): 80
Condition: Good

Access:Unrestricted
Classified: 11/09/1986.