Is it possible for a tree to tell stories? The Kondor úti libanoni cédrus certainly could. This Lebanese cedar stands tall in Budapest. It represents a dendrological treasure.
Let’s delve into the story of the Kondor úti libanoni cédrus. It’s found at 5 Kondor Street in the second district. This tree is under legal protection. This ensures its environment’s long-term survival.
The Lebanese cedar is not native to Hungary. Its original home stretches from Lebanon to Turkey’s Taurus Mountains. It struggles to survive everywhere in Hungary. This is due to its sensitivity to frost. Yet, several Lebanese cedars thrive here. They have reached impressive sizes.
The oldest example grows near the Alcsútdoboz Arboretum. Another is in Sopron’s Lővérek. The Kondor úti libanoni cédrus ranks third. This is in terms of age and size. It holds significant landscape and dendrological value.
The exact planting date of the Kondor úti libanoni cédrus is unknown. But experts estimate it to be around 130 years old. It is based on its size and crown shape. It reaches a height of 15 meters. Its trunk circumference measures 3.6 meters.
In old age, its crown spreads like an umbrella. This is evident in the Kondor úti libanoni cédrus. Its needles grow in whorls on dwarf shoots. Young needles stand alone and scattered. Its cones are quite large. They disintegrate while still on the tree.
Local legend says the tree belonged to Fedák Sári’s villa garden. But the world-famous diva’s summer residence was on Hűvösvölgyi Road. That’s far from here.
You can visit the Kondor úti libanoni cédrus anytime. It is open 24 hours a day. It is free to visit.
The Kondor úti libanoni cédrus stands as a testament to nature’s beauty. It also stands as a testament to resilience. The 56, 56A, 59B, and 61 trams stop closest to it at Vadaskerti utca. The number 11 bus terminates nearby at Nagybányai Road.
Some believe the former owner of Szép Kilátáshoz Inn planted it. The inn was a popular spot in Budapest. It hosted balls. The cedar sapling may have impressed visitors. The abandoned buildings of the inn are still nearby. The Kondor úti libanoni cédrus remains. It has silently witnessed the passage of time. It’s a landmark for locals and visitors alike. Take a moment to appreciate this majestic tree. It is a green giant in our urban landscape.