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    River Red Gum (Eucalyptus camaldulensis), Brighton Cemetery 2

    Tree Report

    This is 1 of 2 trees registered in the cemetery, read about the other River Red Gum (Eucalyptus camaldulensis) here. 

    This mature River Red Gum is prominently located within the historic Brighton General Cemetery and makes a striking contribution to the landscape.

    • Tree number

      31/CTR/2020

    • Date of assessment

      21/04/2021

    • Assessing Officer

      Christian Renaud

    • Tree Owner

      Southern Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust

    • Record Type

      Single Specimen Tree

    • Number of trees

      2

    • Botanical Name

      Eucalyptus camaldulensis

    • Common Name

      River Red Gum

    • Structural Root Zone (SRZ)

      3.6m

    • Approximate age

      220+ years

    • Diameter at breast height:

      110cm

    • Tree Protection Zone (TPZ)

      13.2m

    • Tree height

      20m

    • Tree canopy width

      14m

    • Coordinates

      Easting: 325987 Northing: 5803501

    • Glen Eira Asset ID

      N/A

    Statement of significance:

    This tree fulfils the criteria of:

    • Unique Location or Context,
    • Particularly old specimen,
    • Outstanding size (girth height spread)
    • Aesthetic Value,
    • Outstanding habitat & biodiversity value

    This mature River Red Gum is prominently located within the historic Brighton General Cemetery and makes a striking contribution to the landscape.

    It is an old remnant indigenous specimen with an estimated age over 220 years, and with a significant size that has not been impacted by any nearby development.

    The tree provides significant amenity to visitors and aesthetic value to its surroundings.

    As an indigenous remnant flowering tree, it will also be a value food resource for native wildlife.

     

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