Camifolia, Botanical garden in Chemillé-en-Anjou, France.
Camifolia is a botanical garden in Chemillé-en-Anjou that spans several hectares and displays more than 600 species of medicinal and aromatic plants. These plants are arranged into six themed gardens, each exploring different aspects such as traditional healing and plant-based wellness.
This site developed as a center for botanical research and education, building on the region's long tradition of growing medicinal plants in the Anjou valley. The area's heritage of plant cultivation spans generations and continues to guide the garden's focus today.
Different sections show how plants have been used across time, from healing remedies to today's wellness trends. You can experience these uses directly by walking through each area and discovering the plants up close.
You can explore the garden by following a discovery trail with informative signs that guide you through each section at your own pace. Plan to spend two to three hours walking through all the themed areas and taking time to examine the plants closely.
The garden emphasizes chamomile and other local plant varieties that represent the agricultural heritage of Chemillé-en-Anjou. This focus on regional plants makes it a living archive of the area's plant treasures.
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