Hesperocyparis forbesii
Colac Botanic Gardens, Fyans Street,, COLAC VIC 3250 - Property No T11496
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Statement of Significance
Contribution to landscape of historic garden
Rare or localised
This stand of Tecate Cypress ( Hesperocyparis forbesii) comprises the only known examples of the species in Victoria. A native of South and Baja California, the species is notable for its peeling bark, which leaves bright green patches, later turning red-brown. The foliage has the appearance of Cupressus macrocarpa but is brighter green. The single tree is atypical having a pendulous habit and slightly different foliage. The group in the north-east corner are stressed from carparking and compacted soil.
25/05/2020: Two of the four trees have died and been removed.
Measurements: 07/03/1990
Tree 1:
Spread (m): 9.5
Girth (m): 2
Height (m): 12
Tree 2:
Girth (m): 2.32
Height (m): 8
Tree 3:
Girth (m): 1.02
Height (m): 6.6
Estimated Age (yrs): 80
Condition: Fair
Measurements: 25/11/2003
Spread (m): 9.0
Girth (m): 2
Height (m): 13
Condition: Good
Access: Unrestricted
Classified: 12/04/1990
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FORMER ADAM REA'S STOREVictorian Heritage Register H0433
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COLAC BOTANIC GARDENSVictorian Heritage Register H2259
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Former Adam Rea's StoreNational Trust H0433
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