Jardín Etnobotánico Francisco Peláez R.

The Francisco Peláez R. Ethnobotanical Garden is a plant collection in San Andrés Cholula that brings together medicinal plants, aromatic herbs, and culinary species from Mexico and beyond. The space is organized into distinct themed sections, each focusing on specific plant types and their practical uses.

The garden was established in 1993 and has grown into a center dedicated to studying local wildlife and plant species over the decades. It has become an important place for documenting and protecting regional varieties.

The garden reflects how plants are woven into everyday Mexican life, from cooking to healing practices that have been passed down through generations. The different sections show the role these species play in local traditions and daily routines.

Visiting on weekdays offers more time to explore, as the garden stays open longer and feels less crowded than on weekends. The grounds are fairly compact, so you can walk through in an hour or two and easily find your way around the different sections.

The garden houses hundreds of insect species and tracks plants found on international protection lists. This blend of garden space and research function gives it a purpose beyond serving as a simple walking destination.