Level of Significance
- File
- Local
- Regional
- State
- National
Age (approx)
150yrsTrees
1Diameter
2mHeight - 15m
Details
Common name
Algerian Oak
Botanical name
Quercus canariensis
Other name
Guilfoyle's Oak
Type
Specimen
Condition
Good
Municipality
Melbourne (VIC)
Location
Royal Botanic Gardens, Birdwood Avenue Melbourne VIC 3000
Access
Unrestricted
Significances
- Park/Garden/Town (Historic)
- Person/Group/Institution (Historic)
Date of measurement
01 Jun 2003
Date of classification
09 Mar 2015
Statement of Significance
Known as 'Guilfoyle's Oak', this tree was planted by the Director of the Botanic Gardens, William Guilfoyle, on 17 August 1873. The age of the tree at the time of planting was 3 years (1908 handbook). Guilfoyle is regarded as the finest landscape designer in Victoria and was responsible for a number of regional botanic gardens and private gardens, especially in the Western District. <BR>The tree has undergone surgery but still has low vigour. <BR>It is located at the entrance to the Director's Residence.