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Level of Significance

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Age (approx)

120yrs

Trees

1

Diameter

0.8m

Height - 7m

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Details

Common name
Cock's Comb Coral Tree, Cockspur Coral Tree
Botanical name
Erythrina crista-galli
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)
  • Other scientific (Scientific)
  • Location/Context (Social)
  • Park/Garden/Town (Historic)
  • Attractive (Aesthetic)
Date of measurement
15 Jun 2009
Date of classification
09 Mar 2015

Statement of Significance

This Cock's Comb Coral<EM> </EM>(Erythrina crista - galli) provides an important contribution to the Royal Botanic Garden's landscape. The tree is an outstanding example of the species, and has great aesthetic value, particularly for its size and age. It is located within Victoria's first botanic garden. <BR>It is located immediately north of Herbarium.