The local fight to protect the endangered Gossia gonoclada tree, also known as the angle-stemmed myrtle, has been boosted by federal funding.
A $96,000 grant will go towards planting 104 saplings of the rainforest species, which is found almost exclusively in Logan, with around 90 per cent of Australia’s remaining plants are in our city.
The funding will also be used to plant buffer gardens around existing angle-stemmed myrtle trees at three local parks.
Gossia trees have flaky bark, glossy green leaves, purple-black fruit and distinctive white flowers.
Mayor Jon Raven said every dollar invested in the preservation of native species “was money well spent”.
“At the end of the day, our native trees have simple needs – just water, sunlight and some good City of Logan soil to thrive in,” Cr Raven said.
“But we also know that endangered trees like our Gossia, which is under threat due to disease and habitat loss, also require our close care and attention to ensure their survival.
“The City of Logan is proud to be a safe haven for this nationally important tree, and we’re grateful for the government’s help in giving the Gossia a home.”
This project is part of Logan City Council’s broader recovery plan to conserve the species.
Council said it would maintain the new buffer gardens and saplings over the next two years and keep them free of weeds.
