Level of Significance
- File
- Local
- Regional
- State
- National
Age
78yrsTrees
1Diameter
2mHeight - 21m
Details
Common name
Broughton Willow
Botanical name
Acacia salicina
Type
Avenue
Condition
Good
Municipality
Port Augusta (SA)
Location
2 Augusta Tce., At Rear Of Parks And Gardens Nursery, Port Augusta 2 Augusta Tce Port Augusta SA 5700
Access
Restricted
Significances
- Outstanding species (Scientific)
- Person/Group/Institution (Historic)
- Attractive (Aesthetic)
Date of germination
01 Jan 1947
Statement of Significance
An outstanding Broughton willow believed to be planted by Roy Gray in 1947,of historical significance as a remnant forming part of the original Govt nursery for Woomera established in the 1940's to select tree species suitable for planting in the new rocket-range town of Woomera.