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    Mexican Fan Palms (Washingtonia robusta), Neerim Road

    Tree Report

    This is a pair of trees. Several other trees on this property are also registered including 3 Tallowwoods (Eucalyptus microcorys) and a Spotted Gum (Corymbia maculata).

    These 2 matching palm trees are uniquely located at the front of the property, framing the entrance.

    • Tree number

      229/CTR/2021

    • Date of assessment

      09/03/2022

    • Assessing Officer

      Christian Renaud

    • Tree Owner

      Private Trees

    • Record Type

      Group of Trees

    • Number of trees

      2

    • Botanical Name

      Washingtonia robusta

    • Common Name

      Mexican Fan Palm

    • Structural Root Zone (SRZ)

      2.4m

    • Approximate age

      60+ years

    • Diameter at breast height:

      42cm

    • Tree Protection Zone (TPZ)

      5m

    • Tree height

      20m

    • Tree canopy width

      3m

    • Coordinates

      Easting: 330457.6 Northing: 5804512.4 and Easting: 330464.7 Northing: 5804511.6

    • Glen Eira Asset ID

    Statement of significance:

    These trees fulfil the criteria of:

    • Unique location or context
    • Outstanding size (girth height spread)
    • Aesthetic value
    • Outstanding habitat and biodiversity value

    They are both of outstanding size as examples of the species within the entire municipality, with the two of them reaching 20m in height.

    They both located at the front of the property and have a high visual presence from the public realm, making a major contribution to the local landscape. Together they are both outstanding examples of the species within Glen Eira due to their size, health and location.

     

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