University of Genoa Botanic Garden
University of Genoa Botanic Garden, Botanical garden at Palazzo dell'Università, Genoa, Italy
Description
The University of Genoa Botanic Garden is a green space at Palazzo dell'Università with six greenhouses arranged across three different levels. The grounds display plants from various climates and habitats, ranging from humid tropics to arid regions.
History
A botanist named Domenico Viviani founded this collection in the early 19th century on the grounds of a disbanded Jesuit college. The collection started with more than a thousand plant species and developed into an important research site for the university.
Culture
The garden holds collections of rare tropical plants and medicinal herbs that students and researchers examine regularly. The collections reflect the university's effort to teach botanical knowledge through living specimens.
Practical
Visitors can explore the outdoor sections on weekdays, and guided tours are available through local associations. The visit works best when you allow time to slowly view the different levels and plant types.
Did you know?
The garden contains specialized sections for ferns, water plants such as waterlily and papyrus, and a dedicated area for ancient plant species. These different habitats show botanical diversity in a small space.
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