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Statement of Significance

Location or Context: A tree which occurs in a unique location or context and so provides a contribution to the landscape.
Rare or Localised: A tree of a species or variety that is rare or of very localised distribution.
Outstanding Example of Species: A tree that is an outstanding example of its species.
An outstanding specimen and the finest example of the species in Victoria. The narrow crown is very symmetrical and the foliage compact. It makes a major contribution to the gardens' landscape. This species is uncommon in cultivation with known trees being 5 in the Royal Botanic Gardens, 1 each at Eastern Park Geelong, Fitzroy Gardens and "Stonnington". The species is a native of New Caledonia and the South Pacific Islands.
This tree is located near the corner of Montague St and St Vincent Place North and the tennis courts (western side).