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Level of Significance

  • File
  • Local
  • Regional
  • State
  • National

Age (approx)

90yrs

Trees

1

Diameter

1m

Height - 10m

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Details

Common name
Moonah
Botanical name
Melaleuca lanceolata
Type
Individual Tree
Condition
Good
Municipality
Greater Geelong (VIC)
Location
The Esplanade St Leonards VIC 3223
Access
Unrestricted
Significances
  • Outstanding species (Scientific)
  • Landscape (Social)
Date of measurement
13 Jul 2022
Date of classification
20 Jun 2023

Statement of Significance

What is significant?
A single remnant Moonah tree located in the Foreshore Reserve, opposite 365 the Esplanade, St Leonards.

How is it significant?
This Moonah tree is significant for scientific and landscape reasons at the State level.

Why is it significant?
This Moonah is scientifically significant for being an outstanding example of the species. It is one of the best examples of a Moonah tree in the state of Victoria. Many other specimens of this species are deteriorating however this tree is remarkably healthy. The root zone is healthy and well protected and is in good structural condition. The tree is also significant for its contribution to the landscape. This Moonah is a mature and remnant tree that stands out on the foreshore where once there were many Moonahs but are now declining in numbers.