Level of Significance
- File
- Local
- Regional
- State
- National
Age (approx)
120yrsTrees
1Diameter
1mHeight - 18m
Details
Common name
Japanese Zelkova
Botanical name
Zelkova serrata
Type
Specimen
Condition
Good
Municipality
Melbourne (VIC)
Location
Royal Botanic Gardens, Birdwood Avenue Melbourne VIC 3000
Access
Unrestricted
Significances
- Outstanding size (Scientific)
- Outstanding species (Scientific)
- Park/Garden/Town (Historic)
Date of measurement
15 Dec 2010
Date of classification
09 Mar 2015
Statement of Significance
A native of West and East Asia, the species is an important timber tree in Japan and a favourite bonsai subject. This impressive specimen has two main trunks and a spreading canopy. <BR>Located opposite the SOuth African Bed, near Guilfoyle Oak