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Bella Sombra (Beautiful Shade Tree)
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Ombu
8447 Goulburn Valley Highway,, TRAWOOL VIC 3660 - Property No T11114 |
Contribution to landscape Rare or localised An unusual group planting (another small specimen occurs west of the house) in the garden that was part of "Rosehill" built in 1886, now demolished. Original garden trees still survive to the west, and although reputed to have been planted by Von Mueller, there is no evidence to support this claim. Phytolacca dioicaisan evergreen tree native to the pampas grasslands of South America that receives little rainfall, so ... more |
T11114 |
Regional | |
Bella Sombra (Beautiful Shade Tree)
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Ombu
Werribee Park Mansion, 320 K Road,, WERRIBEE VIC 3030 - Property No T11245 |
Contribution to the landscape. of historic garden
Outstanding example of species
This is a very large specimen of an unusual species, native to South America. It has developed the characteristic form of a large base supporting several large branches. The tree is in excellent condition although the large base has areas of decay and large cavities have developed. The tree will require regular inspection to reduce the likelihood of premature
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T11245 |
State | |
Ombu
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Bella Sombra (Beautiful Shade Tree)
6 Denison Street,, PORT ALBERT VIC 3971 - Property No T11256 |
Localised distribution Particularly old and venerable Outstanding example of species The Ombu tree (Phytolacca dioica) is located on the former Port Albert Police Quarters built in the 1850s. It is an outstanding and rare example of the species with outstanding size and impressive rounded canopy. There were originally seven Ombu trees on the Register but 3 have since died. Therefore this specimen is now considered the best example in the ... more |
T11256 |
State | |
Ombu
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Bella Sombra (Beautiful Shade Tree)
Arundel Street North,, BENALLA VIC 3672 - Property No T11364 |
Rare or localised Outstanding size Outstanding example of species This specimen is an outstanding example of the uncommon Ombu tree. The tree has the characteristic habit of a large swollen trunk and roots and many upright stems. The centre of this growth is hollow.. Removed 2002. Measurements: 17/05/1988 Spread (m): 16 Girth (m): 11 Height (m): 10 Estimated Age (yrs): 100 Condition: Removed 2002 Classified: 09/06/1988 |
T11364 |
Demolished | |
Ombu
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Bella Sombra (Beautiful Shade Tree)
45 Cochrane Street,, BRIGHTON VIC 3186 - Property No T11407 |
Rare or localised Rare specimen tree. Subsequently removed as part of development of a residential estate on the school site in 1995. Measurements: 01/1983 Spread (m): 14 Girth (m): 7 Height (m): 6.5 Estimated Age (yrs): 120 Condition: Removed Classified: 27/01/1983 |
T11407 |
Demolished | |
Ombu
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Bella Sombra (Beautiful Shade Tree)
543 Orrong Road,, ARMADALE VIC 3143 - Property No T11077 |
Outstanding Size: A tree outstanding for its large height, trunk circumference or canopy spread. Outstanding Example of Species: A tree that is an outstanding example of its species. An outstanding example of this unusual species. The size and form of the tree is particularly outstanding. The tree is a significant feature in the landscape. Unusual in cultivation, it is a native of South America. A very large specimen grows at Benalla and others at Brighton, ... more |
T11077 |
Regional |
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