River Red Gum (Eucalyptus camaldulensis), Murrumbeena Station

Statement of significance:

This tree fulfils the criteria of:

• Horticultural or genetic value,
• Unique location or context,
• Particularly Old Specimen,
• Outstanding size (girth height spread),
• Aesthetic value,
• Outstanding habitat and biodiversity value

These 5 trees represent another rare grouping of remnant and self-sown indigenous River Red Gums within Glen Eira. They have been identified within the Glen Eira Biodiversity report as forming a key component of the wildlife corridor providing crucial habitat and food resources, especially in conjunction with the River Red Gums around Carnegie Train Station. The trees are of varying sizes and ages with some having significant height and or trunk girth and canopy spread. The oldest tree is potentially up to 390 years old with one or two other specimens also predating colonial settlement of the area.

These trees make a major contribution to the local landscape and neighbourhood character, especially in the context of being remnant trees within a developed urban landscape. As indigenous vegetation, they could represent an important source of propagating stock in the future.