Botanical Research Institute of Texas

The Botanical Research Institute of Texas is a research facility with gardens in Fort Worth that collects, preserves, and scientifically studies thousands of plant species. The facility combines indoor laboratories where plants are cataloged with outdoor areas where living plants grow and can be observed.

The facility was founded to collect and research plant species, particularly those from Texas and the surrounding region. Since its establishment, it has grown into an important scientific center that preserves thousands of documented specimens for research and education.

The name reflects the research focused on Texas plant species, and the space displays how plants grow and adapt across the region's different environments. Visitors can observe scientists cataloging specimens and learn how this work helps protect local plant diversity for future generations.

Plan your visit on weekdays, as the facility may have limited hours or closures on weekends. Wear comfortable walking shoes, as you will move through both indoor collections and outdoor garden areas.

The facility maintains one of the largest collections of dried and preserved plants in the United States, called a herbarium. This scientific collection is valuable not just for researchers but for visitors who want to understand how botanists classify and preserve plants.