Missouri Botanical Garden scientists and collaborators discovered and described a new orchid species in Central Madagascar with a record-setting nectar spur and close ties to the famous “Darwin’s orchid.” This novelty species needs urgent conservation action, scientists say.

A recent paper coauthored by Garden Scientist Roy Gereau examines the effectiveness of Nature Forest Reserves in conservation in Tanzania and what challenges remain to protecting its highly unique flora and fauna.

Today, Missouri Botanical Garden President Dr. Peter Wyse Jackson announced his plans to transition to the role of President Emeritus after a new President is in place. Dr. Wyse Jackson will remain in the role of President while the search for a new President proceeds and will continue to support the Garden’s international commitments and priorities in the St. Louis community while in the role of President Emeritus.  

The Missouri Botanical Garden is seeking world-class talent as it invests in bringing eight new science staff, four Directors and an additional four scientists, into leadership positions. 

 The Missouri Botanical Garden is pleased to announce Michelle Martin Bonner as the new Director of Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging.

One of St. Louis’ favorite summertime traditions is back as the Whitaker Music Festival returns to the Missouri Botanical Garden this June after a two-year hiatus. 

Extra hours will let visitors enjoy spring blooms at sunset

Spring is just around the corner, and the Missouri Botanical Garden is the perfect place to welcome the changing of the season. Look for these seasonal events happening at the Garden this spring. 

 International Paper awarded the Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House a $50,000 grant for the culmination of its new Miracle of Metamorphosis Entomology Lab.  

A recent grant from the PNC Foundation will allow the Missouri Botanical Garden to grow an early childhood education program that promotes nature-based learning for urban children ages 3-6.