Quercus canariensis
Royal Botanic Gardens, Birdwood Avenue, MELBOURNE VIC 3004 - Property No T11868
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Statement of Significance
Contribution to historic
Historical Value
Known as 'Guilfoyle's Oak', this tree was planted by the Director of the Botanic Gardens, William Guilfoyle, on 17 August 1873. The age of the tree at the time of planting was 3 years (1908 handbook). Guilfoyle is regarded as the finest landscape designer in Victoria and was responsible for a number of regional botanic gardens and private gardens, especially in the Western District.
The tree has undergone surgery but still has low vigour.
It is located at the entrance to the Director's Residence.
Measurements: 04/07/1990
Spread (m): 20.8
Girth (m): 4.82 at 0.5m
Height (m): 12.6
Estimated Age (yrs): 130
Condition: Fair
Measurements: 06/2003
Spread (m): E-W 19; N-S 22
Girth (m): 6.03
Height (m): 15
Estimated Age (yrs): 130
Condition: Fair
Access:Unrestricted
Classified: 12/07/1990
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SHRINE OF REMEMBRANCEVictorian Heritage Register H0848
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FORMER KELLOW FALKINER SHOWROOMSVictorian Heritage Register H0668
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MORELL BRIDGEVictorian Heritage Register H1440
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