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Ficus macrophylla

Other Name Moreton Bay Fig Location Cnr The Esplanade and Bass Ave, COWES VIC 3922 - Property No T12034 File Number T12034 Level Regional

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Statement of Significance

Contribution to landscape
Outstanding size

The plaque beneath this tree claims it was planted in 1869, by Baron Von Mueller, Director of Botanic Gardens Melbourne. The tree is in good condition however some lower branches have been severely cut back. The large stubs where the tree has been pollarded could now be removed and a slight canopy raising could occur. A canopy conflict occurs on the southern side also

Measurements: 14/10/2000
Spread (m): 28
Girth (m):6.93
Height (m): 16.25
Estimated Age (yrs): 131
Condition: Good

Measurements: 03/08/2010
Spread (m): E-W 22m; N-S 26
Girth (m): 7
Height (m): 17
Estimated Age (yrs): 141

Access: Unrestricted
Classified: 03/09/2001