Level of Significance
- File
- Local
- Regional
- State
- National
Age
?yrsTrees
1Diameter
1mHeight - 23m
Details
Common name
Mexican Cypress
Botanical name
Hesperocyparis lusitanica
Other name
Cupressus
Type
Specimen
Condition
Poor
Municipality
Macedon Ranges (VIC)
Location
Kyneton Botanic Gardens, Mollison Street Kyneton VIC 3444
Access
Unrestricted
Significances
- Rare (Scientific)
- Outstanding size (Scientific)
- Park/Garden/Town (Historic)
Date of measurement
13 Dec 1989
Date of classification
14 Apr 1990
Statement of Significance
The tallest and best formed example in Victoria. The species is now rarely grown and is unavailable in the nursery trade. This tree's great size and conical habit contributes significantly to the garden landscape. Located SW of drinking fountain.