The Palm House, Victorian botanical conservatory in Trädgårdsföreningen, Sweden
The Palm House features multiple climate-controlled sections housing tropical plants, desert flora, Mediterranean species, and a specialized orchid collection under a glass dome.
Established in 1842 through King Carl XIV Johan's initiative, the Palm House emerged as part of the Garden Society of Gothenburg's botanical development program.
The structure incorporates architectural elements from maritime engineering, reflecting Gothenburg's strong connection to shipbuilding and naval innovation during the 19th century.
The conservatory maintains a constant temperature of 18 degrees Celsius through an underground heating system, creating suitable conditions for diverse plant species.
The facility houses a specimen of Encephalartos altensteinii, which has been growing in the same pot since 1775, making it the oldest potted plant globally.
Location: Gothenburg Municipality
Inception: January 1, 1878
Website: http://tradgardsforeningen.se
Address: Slussgatan 1, 411 06 Göteborg, Sweden 411 06
Phone: +46313650000
Website: http://tradgardsforeningen.se
GPS coordinates: 57.70556,11.97556
Latest update: March 19, 2025 09:49
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