Algerian Oak (Quercus canariensis), Wanalta Road

This tree is a well-established and mature example of an Algerian Oak within Glen Eira, especially for a street tree.

  • Tree number

    199/CTR/2021

  • Date of assessment

    30/12/2021

  • Assessing Officer

    Christian Renaud

  • Tree Owner

    Council Tree

  • Record Type

    Single Specimen Tree

  • Number of trees

    1

  • Botanical Name

    Quercus canariensis

  • Common Name

    Algerian Oak

  • Structural Root Zone (SRZ)

    3.5m

  • Approximate age

    80+ years

  • Diameter at breast height:

    108cm

  • Tree Protection Zone (TPZ)

    13m

  • Tree height

    18m

  • Tree canopy width

    20m

  • Coordinates

    Easting: 328235.0 Northing: 5804759.0

  • Glen Eira Asset ID

    TS11996

Statement of significance:

This tree fulfils the criteria of:

  • Particularly old specimen
  • Outstanding size (girth height spread)
  • Aesthetic value

This tree is a well-established and mature example of an Algerian Oak within Glen Eira, especially for a street tree. It has an estimated age of over 80 years old.

The tree is multi-stemmed with a large, domed canopy that has an outstanding canopy spread over 20m wide. Especially within the context of the of the local area.

The tree is a prominent, healthy and wellformed example of the species located within a streetscape that has a theme of various oak tree species plantings. It is the largest tree in the street and makes a major contribution to the local landscape and neighbourhood character.


 

Council Report