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Quercus robur
84 Morgantis Road Eganstown, HEPBURN SHIRE
Quercus robur
84 Morgantis Road Eganstown, HEPBURN SHIRE
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Statement of Significance
What is significant?
This English Oak grows on a rural property in Eganstown. It was planted around 1860 by the Morganti family, who were prominent Swiss Italian migrants to the area. Several original buildings remain on the property.
How is it significant?
This English Oak is significant for scientific, aesthetic and social reasons at the State level.
Why is it significant?
This English Oak is significant as an outstanding example of the species. It is exceptionally well structured and symmetrical, and is the tallest English Oak in the Significant Tree Register. It makes a significant contribution to the rural landscape as a focal point amongst the paddocks, adding greatly to the bucolic setting.
Tree Measurements:
Tree Measurements:
Condition: Good
Tree Type: Individual
Circumference: 4.5m
Height: 35m
Canopy Spread: 35m
Height method: Folded paper
Circumference method: Tape measure
Date of measurement: 01/03/2021
Age of tree: 160 years (planted approx. 1860)
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