Level of Significance
- File
- Local
- Regional
- State
- National
Age
161yrsTrees
15Diameter
2mHeight - 30m
Details
Common name
Tasmanian Blue Gum
Botanical name
Eucalyptus globulus
Type
Specimen
Condition
Good
Municipality
Hobart City Council (TAS)
Location
Anglesea Barracks Davey Street Hobart TAS 7000
Access
Restricted
Significances
- Outstanding size (Scientific)
- Location/Context (Social)
- Landmark (Social)
- Park/Garden/Town (Historic)
Date of germination
01 Jan 1864
Date of measurement
11 May 1993
Date of classification
25 May 1993
Other register(s)
Tasmanian Heritage Register Hobart City Council Significant Tree Register
Statement of Significance
The extremely large Tasmanian Blue Gum is a prominent landmark in Hobart and contributes significantly to the character and heritage values of Anglesea Barracks and Hobart more generally. It is one of a small number of very large Eucalypts that have survived close to the centre of the city