Magens Bay Arboretum, Arboretum near Magens Bay, United States Virgin Islands.
The five-acre arboretum contains numerous tree species from tropical regions, including Genip, Turpentine, Manpoo, and Mahogany specimens along winding pathways.
Arthur S. Fairchild established the arboretum in 1927 on his estate's grounds and later donated it to the people of the Virgin Islands in 1947.
The University of the Virgin Islands initiated technical support in 1974 by documenting and labeling rare trees, preserving botanical knowledge for future generations.
Visitors can access the arboretum through the Magens Bay Authority, which maintains the grounds and provides educational information about the plant collection.
In 1997, the arboretum received 160 new specimens, including the Solanum conocarpum, a rare native species found only in St. John's dry forest.
Location: United States Virgin Islands
Inception: 1920
GPS coordinates: 18.35820,-64.92460
Latest update: September 6, 2025 21:39
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