Level of Significance
- File
- Local
- Regional
- State
- National
Age (approx)
120yrsTrees
1Diameter
2mHeight - 20m
Details
Common name
Sweet Chestnut
Botanical name
Castanea sativa
Type
Specimen
Condition
Good
Municipality
Yarra Ranges (VIC)
Location
4 Hunter Road Wandin East VIC 3139
Access
Restricted
Significances
- Outstanding size (Scientific)
- Unusual (Aesthetic)
Date of measurement
17 May 2010
Date of classification
11 Mar 1993
Statement of Significance
This tree is of state significance as the largest known example of the species in cultivation. This tree stands alone in a paddock some 100m from Hunter Road. It has a full canopy almost touching the ground and some disproportionate swelling of the lower branch collar. The tree is in excellent condition considering its age.
Notes
The largest known example of the species in cultivation, this tree stands alone in a paddock some 100m from Hunter Road. It has a full canopy almost touching the ground and some disproportionate swelling of the lower branch collar. The tree is in excellent condition considering its age.