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For early Hawaiians, ko (Saccharum officinarum) was more than a sweetener. Find out more about this fascinating plant and its many uses.
One of the Breadfruit Institute’s most successful partnerships is with the Trees That Feed Foundation. Learn more about our work
Restoration efforts in Limahuli Valley show how a garden can save a stream. by Dr. […]
Explore our Hawaii Education Series for fun and inspirational videos and activities for classrooms and families across Hawaii.
For early Hawaiians, ko (Saccharum officinarum) was more than a sweetener. Find out more about this fascinating plant and its many uses.
Explore our Hawaii Education Series for fun and inspirational videos and activities for classrooms and families across Hawaii.
Kalaheo, Hawaii (May 3, 2022)—The National Tropical Botanical Garden (NTBG) has announced that it has […]
Nearly one-third of Hawaiian flora is on the U.S. Endangered Species List, and more than […]
Often overlooked, ferns are a critical part of Hawaii’s native forest ecosystems and watersheds. Learn how NTBG scientists are saving spores.
Nearly 85% of Hawaii’s native landscape is lost to invasive species. Learn how NTBG gardens fight invasive species and save native plants.
By Dr. David H. Lorence, Senior Research Botanist The saga of the Flora of Samoa […]
Using a combination of modern technology and a wealth of human knowledge and experience, NTBG has been exploring the Pacific, discovering, and saving plants for more than fifty years. As 2021 comes to a close, take a moment to reflect and celebrate some of the exciting rare plant discoveries we made this year.
Nearly 85% of Hawaii’s native landscape is lost to invasive species. Learn how NTBG gardens fight invasive species and save native plants.
Everyone can have an impact on #GivingTuesday! Support NTBG on November 30 by checking out these five ways to give on #GivingTuesday.
NTBG’s 2020 Impact Report can now be viewed online. Go directly to the report here: Download […]
By Mike DeMotta, Curator of Living Collections “He ‘uala ka ‘ai ho’ola koke i […]
Restoration efforts in Limahuli Valley show how a garden can save a stream. by Dr. […]
Explore our Hawaii Education Series for fun and inspirational videos and activities for classrooms and families across Hawaii.
Nearly 85% of Hawaii’s native landscape is lost to invasive species. Learn how NTBG gardens fight invasive species and save native plants.
Scientists from Florida to Japan are discovering new forms of life in Limahuli Preserve. Find out more about this rarely seen month species.
Explore our Hawaii Education Series for fun and inspirational videos and activities for classrooms and families across Hawaii.
The propagation of a rare Hawaiian tree, Gardenia remyi, in our Conservation Nursery connects us to the past and shows us a way forward.
Nearly 85% of Hawaii’s native landscape is lost to invasive species. Learn how NTBG gardens fight invasive species and save native plants.
NTBG’s Breadfruit Institute Director Dr. Diane Ragone and co-authors at the University of Hawaii’s College […]
One of the Breadfruit Institute’s most successful partnerships is with the Trees That Feed Foundation. Learn more about our work
Often overlooked, ferns are a critical part of Hawaii’s native forest ecosystems and watersheds. Learn how NTBG scientists are saving spores.
By Dr. David H. Lorence, Senior Research Botanist The saga of the Flora of Samoa […]
December 27, 2021 (Kalaheo, Hawaii) — The National Tropical Botanical Garden (NTBG) is saddened to […]
Kalaheo, Hawaii (April 5, 2022)—The National Tropical Botanical Garden (NTBG) has awarded Dr. Sandra Knapp, […]
Ever wondered how a botanist choses a family of plants to focus on? Check our our full interview with Dr. Sandra Knapp, recipient of the 2022 David Fairchild Medal for Plant Exploration.
Everyone can have an impact on #GivingTuesday! Support NTBG on November 30 by checking out these five ways to give on #GivingTuesday.
NTBG’s 2020 Impact Report can now be viewed online. Go directly to the report here: Download […]