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Picconia excelsa

Other Name

Canary Island Laurel

Location

Eastern Park, 1-45 Garden Street, GEELONG VIC 3220 - Property No T12028

File Number

T12028

Level

Regional

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Statement of Significance

Rare or localised

This Picconia exelsa (Canary Island Laurel) is endemic to Canary Islands but rare in cultivation in Victoria. There is one other in Eastern Park, 2 other trees at Geelong Botanic Gardens, 3 trees in the Royal Botanic Gardens and a single specimen at 'Kamesburgh', North Road,Brighton. This tree is notable for its dark evergreen foliage and spreading canopy. The tree is one of several evergreen species in close proximity to the curator's residence.

Measurements: 05/09/2000
Spread (m): E-W 12.5; N-S 12.5
Girth (m):3.4
Height (m):14
Estimated Age (yrs): 120

Measurements:07/04/2004
Spread (m): E-W 12; N-S 16
Girth (m): 4.7
Height (m): 16
Estimated Age (yrs): 124
Condition: Good

Measurements: 13/12/2010
Spread (m): E-W 13; N-S 16
Girth (m): 5
Height (m): 16
Condition: Good

Access: Unrestricted
Classified: 20/09/2000

Group

Parks, Gardens and Trees