Metasequoia glyptostroboides
Royal Botanic Gardens, Birdwood Avenue, MELBOURNE VIC 3004 - Property No T11869
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Statement of Significance
Outstanding example of species
Located on the Eastern lawn this is an outstanding example of an unusual conifer from China. The species was first sighted in 1941 and described and distributed to botanic institutions in 1948 by the Arnold Arboretum. This tree is amongst the earliest plantings in Victoria and has grown into a very attractive conical form. Other notable examples occur at Kallista and Montrose.
Measurements: 14/06/1990
Spread (m): 16.5
Girth (m): 1.36
Height (m): 16.5
Estimated Age (yrs): 40
Measurements: 06/2003
Spread (m): E-W 9; N-S 9
Girth (m): 1.85
Height (m): 18
Estimated Age (yrs): 53
Condition: Good
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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PRIMARY SCHOOL NO. 2084Victorian Heritage Register H1634
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