National Capital Botanical Gardens, Botanical garden in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea.
The National Capital Botanical Gardens extends across 57 hectares, featuring collections of tropical plants and natural vegetation in different themed sections.
Founded in 1949, the gardens house a herbarium containing 400 specimens, supporting continuous research activities and educational initiatives about local flora.
The gardens maintain collections of indigenous plants that represent traditional medicinal practices and cultural heritage of Papua New Guinea communities.
Visitors can explore the gardens through marked paths, attend guided tours, and access facilities including a visitor center and picnic areas.
The garden holds over 1000 plant species from diverse families, including Araceae, Orchidaceae, and Heliconia, contributing to global botanical research.
GPS coordinates: -9.46550,147.19690
Latest update: March 6, 2025 22:34
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