Conservatory of Flowers, Botanical garden and greenhouse in Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, United States
The Conservatory exhibits rare tropical plants in five distinct galleries, including aquatic environments and mountain forests within its glass and wood Victorian structure.
The structure originated as James Lick's commission in 1876, later becoming the first municipal greenhouse in the United States after local philanthropists donated it.
The building represents the 19th-century interest in botanical exploration, displaying specimens from South America and other tropical regions in specialized environmental zones.
The Conservatory welcomes visitors Thursday through Tuesday from 10 AM to 4:30 PM, with guided tours available to explore the extensive plant collection.
The facility maintains a collection of carnivorous plants, including specimens of Fanged Pitcher Plants that capture and digest insects for nutrition.
Location: San Francisco
Architects: Lord & Burnham
Architectural style: Italianate architecture
Website: https://gggp.org
GPS coordinates: 37.77200,-122.46000
Latest update: May 19, 2025 10:22
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