Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden

　　    The botanical garden in Rio de Janeiro is one of the earliest planned botanical gardens in Brazil, established during the colonial period. It houses over 8,000 species of plants, many of which are rare. Most are cultivated in greenhouses, some of which replicate the natural growing environments of wild species. Visiting the garden not only allows you to connect with nature but also offers insights into natural sciences and the cultural impact of botanical gardens on Brazilian history. In addition to greenhouses and flowerbeds, the garden also features a Botanical Museum (Museu Botânico), a library, and an Environmental Education Center.

　　    The “Jackfruit Garden” is one of the most popular attractions, occupying two greenhouses and home to about 10,000 jackfruit trees. In addition to Brazilian varieties, there are also species from other South and Central American countries. The “Orchid Garden” contains orchids that have been collected since the late 19th century, and today it houses 3,000 plants of 600 different species, most of which are native to Brazil. Among the wild species, cacti are the most captivating at the Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden. There are 400 different species, all collected since 1910. The “Cactus Garden” aims to support medical research using cacti and maintains a seed bank to preserve various cactus species. There are also 450 species of carnivorous plants that feed on insects. The “Sensory Garden” was created especially for people with disabilities and was established in 1995.

　　 Brasília, Brazil