Melbourne , Victoria, Australia — Oceania
Baron Ferdinand von Mueller K.C.M.G
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Photographed by Dean Barton-Ancliffe, March 30, 2026
1. Baron Ferdinand von Mueller K.C.M.G Marker
Baron Ferdinand von Mueller K.C.M.G
1825-1896
This distinguished botanist and explorer was the founder of the National Herbarium of Victoria.
As director of the Melbourne Botanic Gardens from 1857-73, he was directly involved in their laying out and planting.
During this period, he also supplied the highest quality plants to the reional Botanic Gardens throughout Victoria.
His dedication to the concept of the Garden State is enshrined by the beauty of these gardens and by the many fine trees of his selections which remain standing today.
Baron Ferdinand von Mueller's great contribution to our quality of life is honoured here by the following members of the German-Australian business community.
Their generosity during Victoria's 150th year had enabled the re-labelling of plants and the rejuvenation of provincial botanic gardens throughout the state to be undertaken for the enjoyment of all Victorians.
Principal Sponsors
B M W Hoechst Mercedes-Benz Porsche Robert Bosch Siemens
Associated Sponsors
Allianz Bayer
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Supported by
Degussa-Degesch Draeger Hella Preussag Vdo
(Side Plaque) Donated to the Royal Botanic Gardens by the Fox Family on the occasion of the 150th anniversary of the founding of Victoria.
Unveiled by the Hon. Joan Kirner, M.L.C., Minister for Conservation, Forests & Lands
11.10.1985
Erected 1985.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Colonial Era • Horticulture & Forestry • Parks & Recreational Areas • Science & Medicine. A significant historical year for this entry is 1896.
Location. 37° 49.837′ S, 144° 58.631′ E. Marker is in Melbourne, Victoria. It can be reached from Birdwood Avenue 0.1 kilometers north of Birdwood Ave and Dallas Brooks Dr. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne VIC 3004, Australia. Touch for directions.
Regionally, it is in Oceania, Australasia, the Pacific Ocean, South Pacific, the Pacific Rim, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once a British colony.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of
Photographed by Dean Barton-Ancliffe, March 30, 2026
2. Marker in front of the National Herbarium of Victoria
Also see . . . Ferdinand von Mueller. Wikipedia
Baron Sir Ferdinand Jacob Heinrich von Mueller, KCMG (German: Mόller; 30 June 1825 10 October 1896) was a German-Australian physician, geographer, and most notably, a botanist. He was appointed government botanist for the then colony of Victoria, Australia by Governor Charles La Trobe in 1853, and later director of the Royal Botanic Gardens in Melbourne. He also founded the National Herbarium of Victoria. He named many Australian plants.(Submitted on March 30, 2026, by Dean Barton-Ancliffe of Rowville, Victoria.)
Photographed by Dean Barton-Ancliffe, March 30, 2026
3. Baron Ferdinand von Mueller K.C.M.G Left Side Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on March 31, 2026. It was originally submitted on March 30, 2026, by Dean Barton-Ancliffe of Rowville, Victoria. This page has been viewed 8 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on March 30, 2026, by Dean Barton-Ancliffe of Rowville, Victoria. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
