Mandurah's Significant Trees
Quite by accident we found a register maintained by Mandurah City Council of significant trees in the area. Some of these trees are icons around Mandurah, others are unique examples of their species, and others are just magnificent trees, but all are worth taking a look at.
We hope you enjoy finding these natural wonders.
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Medicinal Marri
This tree is of strong significance to Mandurah's indigenous community. The thick, red bleeding gum or "kina" of this tree was used by local Aboriginals for medicinal purposes. The moist gum was drizzled onto fresh wounds to slow bleeding or mixed with water to create a mouthwash or disinfectant solution. The dried, powdered gum was also used for the tanning of kangaroo skins.
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Registry Entry
ID #: 08/0058
Scientific Name: Corymbia callophylla
Other names: - Marri,
- Port Gregory Gum,
- Medicine Tree
Location: Lot 9002 Old Coast Rd
Bridgewater North
Significance:
- Cultural Significance
Height: - 20m
Canopy Spread:
Trunk Diameter: - 1.2m
Year planted: Remnant specimen
Age: Unknown
Origin: Local native
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