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Two Old and Valuable Trees in Central removed due to wood decay
Two Old and Valuable Trees (OVTs) on Upper Albert Road in Central that were infected with brown root rot disease and posed a risk of collapse were both removed to ensure public safety, the Leisure and Cultural Services Department announced on Sunday.
The trees being removed were Chinese Banyan (Ficus microcarpa) listed on the Register of OVTs with a height of 22 metres and 10 metres, respectively. The trees were confirmed to have brown root rot infections in September 2020 and February 2019.
The LCSD had regularly inspected and maintained the trees, including crown reduction, cabling and application of fungicide. However, the health and structural condition of the trees deteriorated.
Decreased foliage density and obvious signs of advanced wood decay at the roots and trunk base were found, indicating a serious infection with brown root rot disease and risks of the trees' collapse.
Upon consultation, the LCSD removed the trees last night accordingly and would replant two Callery Pears at a nearby roundabout along Garden Road.
The LCSD had regularly inspected and maintained the trees, including crown reduction, cabling and application of fungicide. However, the health and structural condition of the trees deteriorated.
Decreased foliage density and obvious signs of advanced wood decay at the roots and trunk base were found, indicating a serious infection with brown root rot disease and risks of the trees' collapse.
Upon consultation, the LCSD removed the trees last night accordingly and would replant two Callery Pears at a nearby roundabout along Garden Road.
