Agathus robusta
51 Langhorne Street Dandenong, GREATER DANDENONG CITY
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Statement of Significance
Tree Measurements:
Condition: Good
Tree Type: Individual
Circumference: 3.3m
Height: 19.5m
Canopy spread: 9m
Height method: Instrument
Circumference method: Tape Measure
Date of measurement: November 2018
Age of tree: approximately 126 years (planted c1893)
What is significant?
This Agathus robusta (Queensland Kauri) located in the front garden of Laurel Lodge in Dandenong.
How is it significant?
This Agathus robusta (Queensland Kauri) is significant for social, scientific and historic reasons at Regional level.
Why is it significant?
This large Agathus robusta (Queensland Kauri) is in good health. It is particularly old, lining the original driveway to Laurel Lodge. Built in 1869, Laurel Lodge is one of few remaining significant old homes left in the Dandenong area from the Victorian era. This Queensland Kauri is outstanding for its height of 19.5m, circumference of 3.3m and canopy spread of 9m. It makes a significant contribution to the landscape of this historic garden. This tree is part of a grouping of 3 trees at the property, including two Moreton Bay Figs (T12380). Laurel Lodge is included in the National Trust Heritage Register, B3195 (Local significance).
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