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Level of Significance

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  • Local
  • Regional
  • State
  • National

Age (approx)

140yrs

Trees

1

Diameter

0.3m

Height - 10m

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Details

Common name
Sumac
Botanical name
Rhus viminalis
Type
Specimen
Condition
Good
Municipality
Glenelg (VIC)
Location
Portland Botanic Gardens, Glenelg Street, Portland VIC 3305
Access
Unrestricted
Significances
  • Rare (Scientific)
  • Landscape (Social)
Date of measurement
25 Jan 2004
Date of classification
30 Mar 2015

Statement of Significance

This tree is the only known example of this species in cultivation in Victoria (1985). It is a native of South Africa where it grows to 40ft in height and easily tolerates wind and drought. The specimen is multi-stemmed, possibly due to the removal of the main trunk at ground level. It is in a healthy condition with an attractive weeping habit.