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150492

Hesperocyparis lusitanica var. benthamii

Cupressus ,  Bentham Cypress

St Fillans, Maroondah Highway, NARBETHONG VIC 3778 - Property No T11266

Contribution to the landscape Outstanding example of species An outstanding example which has developed a large trunk, it is the largest known in cultivation in Victoria. This form, which has flatter branchlets, is uncommon in Victoria. Another example occurs at the entrance to Walhalla Cemetery. A smaller tree, possibly a seedling, occurs to the south of the subject tree. Part of the impressive conifer collection developed from the 1880s by Sir James Munro (Premier ... more

T11266

State
146248

Hesperocyparis lusitanica 'Glauca Pendula'

Cupressus Lusitanica ,  Weeping Mexican Cypress

Sunbury Primary School, The Avenue,, SUNBURY VIC 3429 - Property No T11424

Rare or localised Located on the site of the former Caloola Centre this is a large spreading tree. The Weeping Mexican Cypress has attractive silvery blue foliage but neither the flowers nor the fruit are ornamentally significant. It is an attractive cultivar uncommon in cultivation in Victoria. Measurements: 21/07/1994 Spread (m): 14.8 Girth (m): 2 Height (m): 11 Estimated Age (yrs): 100 Condition: Good Measurements: 04/2011 Spread ... more

T11424

State
 

Hesperocyparis lusitanica

Mexican Cypress ,  Cupressus

Calder Highway, near Dalrymple Road intersection, GISBORNE VIC 3437 - Property No T11623

Horticultural value; Curious growth form. A small tree growing on the edge ofthe Calder Highway. This treeexhibits an unusual growth form -it displays a very weeping habit; the species is usually much more upright.The 'blue' weeping foliage is very attractive and the tree is in excellent condition. Branch removed by Vic Roads in 1989. Measurements:07/1986 Spread (m): 9 Girth (m): 1.4 Height (m): 5.7 Estimated Age (yrs): 60 Condition: ... more

T11623

State
132028

Hesperocyparis lusitanica

Cupressus ,  Mexican Cypress

Kyneton Botanic Gardens, Mollison Street, KYNETON VIC 3444 - Property No T11789

Historic garden or park Rare or localised Outstanding example of species The tallest and best formed example in Victoria. The species is now rarely grown and is unavailable in the nursery trade. This tree'sgreat size and conical habit contributes significantly to the garden landscape Located SW of drinking fountain. Measurements: 13/12/1989 Spread (m): 13 Girth (m): 3.27 Height (m): 23.5 Estimated Age (yrs): 100 Condition: Good ... more

T11789

Regional
128612

Hesperocyparis lusitanica

Bentham Cypress ,  Cupressus

Walhalla Cemetery, Main Road, WALHALLA VIC 3825 - Property No T11982

Unique location Outstanding size Outstanding example of species A very large and old specimen being a dominant feature near the entrance to the cemetery. This is an unusual variety in Victoria displaying flattened sprays. Also known at St Fillans, Narbethong and Queen Victoria Park, Beechworth. Measurements: 05/1985 Spread (m): 26.3 Girth (m): 4.7 Height (m): 19 Estimated Age (yrs): 120 Condition: Good Access: ... more

T11982

State
150281

Hesperocyparis lusitanica

Cupressus ,  Mexican Cypress

Yarck Cemetery, Maroondah Highway,, YARCK VIC 3719 - Property No T12096

Horticultural value Contribution to landscape Particularly old Outstanding size Outstanding example of the species This Cupressus lusitanica is significant due to its estimated age, physical size and current health and structural condition. Mature cultivated trees of this species are few in Victoria making this tree significant for its cultivation rarity in Victoria. It may therefore be of interest in terms of propagating material (seed or scion wood) for ... more

T12096

Demolished
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