Callitris glaucophylla
'Bontharambo', 387 Boorhaman Road,, WANGARATTA VIC 3677 - Property No T11211
Statement of Significance
Contribution to the landscape
Outstanding size
An outstanding specimen and the largest cultivated example known in Victoria. The tree exhibits its usual upright form, blue-green foliage and fibrous bark. A double leader has developed towards the top of the tree. Another specimen north of this tree measures 3.22m circumference; 20.7m height and 14.5m spread. The planting is part of the extensive parkland surrounding the 1858 homestead.
'Bontharambo' is of historical significance as a property established during the early period of European settlement of the Port Phillip District,and the early phase of pastoral development of the colony
This tree is located in parkland on the far eastern side beside the drive.
Measurements: 8/03/1992
Spread (m): 11
Girth (m): 4.13
Height (m): 22.5
Estimated Age (yrs): 120
Condition: Good
Access: Restricted
Classified 12/08/1992
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BONTHARAMBO HOMESTEAD
Victorian Heritage Register H0359 -
Brachychiton populneus
National Trust -
Brachychiton rupestris
National Trust
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