Jardín Botánico Martín Cárdenas

Jardín Botánico Martín Cárdenas is a botanical garden in Cochabamba featuring specialized sections for cacti, bromeliads, amaryllis, and an arboretum with both native and introduced tree species. The grounds are organized into distinct thematic areas that display different plant types and ecological zones.

The garden was founded in 1962 and named after botanist Martín Cárdenas Hermosa, who established the Faculty of Biology at Universidad Mayor de San Simón. Its creation reflected the university's commitment to advancing botanical research and education.

The garden displays medicinal plants that have been used for healing in the Cochabamba region for generations. This collection preserves local knowledge about natural remedies deeply rooted in Bolivian tradition.

The garden is accessible to visitors Tuesday through Sunday and sits along General Galindo Avenue. Set aside enough time to walk through the different sections at your own pace.

An attached herbarium houses one of the largest collections of Bolivian plant species in the country. This extensive archive supports scientific research and documents the diversity of local flora.

Location: Cochabamba

Inception: 1962

GPS coordinates: -17.37722,-66.13967

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:47