This Bald Cypress was planted in the 1970s by Herbert Hechenbleikner, a biology professor who founded the UNCC Botanical Gardens. He was also a good friend of the VanLandingham family, which in the 1960s allowed the VanLandingham grounds to be converted into a living laboratory for UNCC. All of the original Treasure Trees onsite -- #078, #079, #080, #081, #082, #083 -- were planted in the early 1970s under Hechenbleikner’s direction. This Bald Cypress stands at the corner of the property, next to Belvedere Avenue, next to is sister Treasure Tree, #080. It can be distinguished by its single trunk.

Statistics (1997/2020)

• Circumference (In.): 69"/78"
• Height (Ft.): 94'/96'
• Avg. Crown Spread (Ft.): 34'/25'
• Total Points: 172/180

More Information

• Nominated By: Mark Gilleskie
• Year Added: 1997
• Owned By: VLE Partners LLC
• Current condition: Good
• Neighborhood: Plaza Midwood
• Property Type: Private
• Nearest Address: Private Property
• Ecological Value: Although Bald Cypress trees resemble Dawn Redwoods in the summer, they are actually deciduous and go dormant in the fall.