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Heritage Tree
Encinitas Heritage Trees
Heritage Tree No. 1
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Common Name: |
NORKFOLK ISLAND PINE |
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Botanical Name: |
Araucaria heterophylla |
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Tree Type: |
Coniferous |
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Tree ID: |
4939ETREE |
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Encinitas' famed Heritage tree was planted in 1952 by two brothers, Peter and John Danforth. The now 87' tall Norfolk Pine, located at 4th Street and C Street above Moonlight Beach, was designed by the City of Encinitas as a "Heritage Tree" in 2011. It's one of the largest trees in the area and it can be seen for miles. The tree appears on many Moonlight Beach souvenir postcards and photographs. The Norfolk Island Pine is part of the family Araucariaceae, native to Norfolk Island, situated in the South Pacific Ocean between New Caledonia and New Zealand. |
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Designated Date: |
2011 |
Heritage Tree No. 2
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Common Name: |
COCKSPUR CORAL TREE |
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Botanical Name: |
Erythrinacrista-galli |
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Tree Type: |
Deciduous |
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Tree ID: |
11900ETREE |
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The tree is believed to have been planted around 1929 when the property was part of an avocado ranch. The cockspur coral, known as ceibo in Spanish, is the only tree of the species found within the City right-of-way. This tree is a defining feature of the neighborhood and is considered of unique form for the species. the cockspur coral is a symbol of bravery in Argentina, and is Argentina's national flower. The cockspur coral is mentioned widely in Argentine culture through poetry, songs, and folklore. |
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Designated Date: |
2011 |
Heritage Tree No. 3
| Common Name: | SWEETGUM |
| Botanical Name: | Liquidambar styraciflue |
| Tree Type: | Deciduous |
| TREE ID: | 21325PWTREE |
| Location: | 301 Sunset Dr (located on private property) |
| Details: | The tree is one of the oldest and largest species in Encinitas and has an estimated height of 45'to 50' feet and a canopy width between 30' to 35' feet. Sweetgum trees often do not make it to this size due to Xyella fastidiosa, a bacterial disease that often kills the trees. It is a beautiful tree that is a neighborhood landmark. |
| Designated Date: | 2018 |
Heritage Tree No. 4
| Common Name: | MONTEREY CYPRESS |
| Botanical Name: | Hesperocyparis macrocarpa |
| Tree Type: | Coniferous |
| TREE ID: | 12158ETREE |
| Location: | 1250 Melba Rd |
| Details: | This Monterey Cypress is one of the oldest and largest of its species located in Encinitas and stands at approximately 45 feet tall with a 50 inch diameter. The tree is estimated to have been planted in 1938, making it 85 years old. |
| Designated Date: | 2022 |
Heritage Tree No. 5
| Common Name: | CANARY DATE PALM |
| Botanical Name: | Phoenix canariensis |
| Tree Type: | Palm |
| TREE ID: | 2531PKTREE |
| Location: | Moonlight State Beach |
| Details: | This Canary Date Palm is one of the oldest and largest of its species located in Encinitas. The tree is estimated to be more than 50 years old and 60 feet tall. This specific Canary Date Palm has historical significance because of its unique location in the middle of Moonlight Beach. It has become a well known symbol for the area and can be seen in many business logos, artwork, and is a visual icon for the area. |
| Designated Date: | 2023 |
Encinitas Heritage Groves
Heritage Grove No. 1
| Common Name: | TORREY PINE |
| Botanical Name: | Pinus torreyana |
| Tree Type: | Coniferous |
| TREE ID: | 12139ETREE, 12141 ETREE, 12143ETREE, 12145ETREE, 12159ETREE |
| Location: | 1000, 1202, 1220 Oceanic Dr, and 1250 Melba Road, and 1005 Wotan Dr |
| Details: | On Melba Rd near the intersection of Wotan Dr consists a row of mature Torrey Pines that line the street in the neighborhood. These trees provide the community with an incredible tree canopy and have been enjoyed by many residents over the years. There are five Torrey Pines in particular that line Melba Rd and due to their characteristics and being a defining feature in the neighborhood have made them the city's first Heritage Grove. |
| Designated Date: | 2023 |