Summary:
The center botanical garden in Monaco houses the largest collection of succulents in the northern hemisphere, with 10,500 rare and protected plants.
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Monaco is home to the largest collection of succulents in the northern hemisphere, situated in the secure botanical center of the Jardin Exotique. The center, opened in 2021, houses 10,500 rare and protected plant species. Diane Ortolani, the center’s director, explains that 90% of these plants are protected, and great care is taken to preserve and reproduce them through controlled pollination. The center’s greenhouses offer stunning views of Monaco and house a variety of rare plants from around the world, providing visitors with a glimpse of Africa, Mexico, and the United States. To learn more about this remarkable collection, listeners can access the full podcast on Radio Monaco’s website.
Source:
Monaco Tribune
