Level of Significance
- File
- Local
- Regional
- State
- National
Age
171yrsTrees
1Diameter
0.3mHeight - 20m
Details
Common name
Lombardy Poplar
Botanical name
Populus nigra italica
Type
Specimen
Condition
Good
Municipality
Launceston City Council (TAS)
Location
7 Welman Street Launceston TAS 7250
Access
Restricted
Significances
- Location/Context (Social)
- Park/Garden/Town (Historic)
Date of germination
01 Jan 1854
Date of measurement
26 Apr 2014
Date of classification
15 May 1995
Other register(s)
Tasmanian Heritage Register
Statement of Significance
The Lombardy Poplar is a prominent feature on the High Street ridge to the east of Launceston that is visbile from much of the central city. The tree is a significant element in the grounds of a house associated with prominent Launceston builder and businessman, James Bennell.