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National Tropical Botanical Garden @ntbgarden.bsky.social · 8d

Few people have done more for advancing the cause of conservation of the natural world and protecting our environment than #JaneGoodall. Her long life and years of devotion to nature have benefited us all. Thank you, Jane💜

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National Tropical Botanical Garden @ntbgarden.bsky.social · 23d

Don't miss this deep dive into the challenges of growing food and maintaining traditional crops like #breadfruit in the Marshall Islands. *features insights from our Breadfruit Institute's director emeritus Dr. Diane Ragone. www.civilbeat.org/2025/09/can-... via Honolulu Civil Beat

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bioGraphic @biographic.bsky.social · 29d

Banking on Pollen

When seed saving doesn’t work, pollen may be the answer to preserving botanical heritage.

by @toughcitywriter.bsky.social

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Banking on Pollen

When seed saving doesn’t work, pollen may be the answer to preserving botanical heritage.

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National Tropical Botanical Garden @ntbgarden.bsky.social · Sep 3

For those of you in #Miami or south #Florida, an oasis of calm and tropical plant beauty is just minutes away. Read about our garden in Coconut Grove -- The Kampong. coconutgrovespotlight.com/2025/08/28/g...

Grove’s Hidden Eden: The Kampong Opens Its Gates - Coconut Grove Spotlight

Once the private paradise of famed botanist David Fairchild, The Kampong is shedding its air of mystery — inviting visitors to explore historic gardens, rare plants, art installations, and a century o...

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National Tropical Botanical Garden @ntbgarden.bsky.social · Aug 30

We're taking our knowledge of robotic and drone aided plant conservation to the extreme cliff habitats of Madeira Island in the waters off the coast of Morocco. Read more about our work here: ntbg.org/stories/ntbg...

NTBG takes drone conservation to Madeira Island - National Tropical Botanical Garden

Photography by Ben Nyberg In July 2025, NTBG’s GIS and drone program coordinator, Dr. Ben […]

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National Tropical Botanical Garden @ntbgarden.bsky.social · Aug 26

It's always nice to have local reporters covering our collaborative work! Mahalo

#Kauai place-based #science internship fosters community collaboration, future leaders kauainownews.com/2025/08/18/k...

Kaua‘i place-based science internship fosters community collaboration, future leaders | Kauai Now

Nine high school and college students spent the past 5 weeks in Hāʻena, performing community service work with Limahuli National Tropical Botanical Gardens and Hui Makaʻāinana o Makana during the mont...

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National Tropical Botanical Garden @ntbgarden.bsky.social · Aug 8

If you are in #Miami, be sure to visit our garden The Kampong in Coconut Grove for a wonderful art exhibit drawing on nature and the many shades of blue. Learn more here: ntbg.org/stories/blue...

Blue is the Lifeblood of a new Kampong Exhibition - National Tropical Botanical Garden

By Jon Letman The beauty of blue is the lifeblood that flows through a new […]

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National Tropical Botanical Garden @ntbgarden.bsky.social · Jul 22

ICYMI: Rare corpse flower making a stink on #Kauai youtu.be/DexLCYJtUHg?...

Meet ‘Pua Pilo,’ the corpse flower about to raise a stink on Kauai

YouTube video by Hawaii News Now

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National Tropical Botanical Garden @ntbgarden.bsky.social · Jul 22

Thanks to the MBZ Fund for supporting our work. With committed partners, we were able to combine new technology, experience, and passion for plant conservation to collect the Critically Endangered Lysimachia iniki in extreme cliff habitat on Kauai. Learn more here: ntbg.org/news/drone-t...

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National Tropical Botanical Garden @ntbgarden.bsky.social · Jul 22

The wait is over! Pua Pilo, our beloved corpse flower at NTBG, reached peak bloom last night. This fleeting moment highlights the wonder of tropical plant life and the exceptional biodiversity we cherish. Another reason to celebrate plants!

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National Tropical Botanical Garden @ntbgarden.bsky.social · Jun 26

We're hiring! 🌱for positions in #Hawaii and #Florida. Interested in joining the NTBG team? Browse job opportunities at ntbg.org/about/jobs/ #Miami #Kauai

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National Tropical Botanical Garden @ntbgarden.bsky.social · Jun 26

In the mood for an uplifting story? Read about the journey our breadfruit collection manager Kaitu made in his quest to learn how to grow and care for breadfruit in islands across the Pacific, from #Fiji and #Samoa to #Vanuatu and #Maui. ntbg.org/stories/hand... #Hawaii

Hand in Hand with Breadfruit - National Tropical Botanical Garden

By Jon Letman After NTBG completed its first Pacific breadfruit expedition to Kiribati, Samoa, and […]

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National Tropical Botanical Garden @ntbgarden.bsky.social · Jun 25

ICYMI: NTBG's Kahanu Garden Director recognized as #Maui County MVP during #Hawaii Invasive Species Awareness Month mauinow.com/2025/06/24/k...

Kahanu Garden Director recognized as Maui County MVP during Hawaiʻi Invasive Species Awareness Month | Maui Now

Since becoming director in 2015, Opgenorth and his team have built a new visitor and education center that welcomes over 7,000 guests, education groups, and volunteers each year. He's expanded efforts...

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National Tropical Botanical Garden @ntbgarden.bsky.social · Jun 5

It's great to see MBZ Species #Conservation Fund feature our drone program collecting Critically Endangered species from extreme cliff habitat in #Hawaii. Read how we and our partners are using the Mamba sampling arm to extend our reach like never before. www.speciesconservation.org/blog/redisco...

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National Tropical Botanical Garden @ntbgarden.bsky.social · Jun 5

Congratulations to Kahanu Garden director Dr. Mike Opgenorth on being recognized during #Hawaii Invasive Species Awareness Month for work he and his team do to restore native plants, fight invasive and harmful plants, protect biodiversity, ag, and cultural heritage.
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National Tropical Botanical Garden @ntbgarden.bsky.social · Jun 5

On this #WorldEnvironmentDay, take a few minutes to appreciate the central, irreplaceable role of plants in all the environments you love. If we all commit to strengthening our relationship with the plants and places that sustain us, our world will be a better place.

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National Tropical Botanical Garden @ntbgarden.bsky.social · Jun 3

We believe relationships between people, plants, and places are central to meaningful conservation. Through the lens of traditional #Hawaiian oli (chants), we recognize and celebrate cycles of growth: seed, sprout, leaf, branch, and flower. Watch one planting oli that inspires us: ntbg.org/oli/

Oli Hoʻoulu - National Tropical Botanical Garden

Over the next five years, NTBG will look to oli hoʻoulu, planting chants, as we deepen our commitment to biocultural conservation.

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National Tropical Botanical Garden @ntbgarden.bsky.social · May 27

Have you heard of CRB (coconut rhinoceros beetle)? It's an invasive pest that is devastating coconut palms and other plants including loulu (Pritchardia spp.), the only native #Hawaiian palm. Read about how we are protecting loulu and why your Garden membership helps: ntbg.org/stories/prot...

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National Tropical Botanical Garden @ntbgarden.bsky.social · May 10

We are thrilled that Dr. @dustinwolkis.bsky.social, NTBG's scientific curator for seed conservation, has been selected as the Center for Plant Consesrvation's 2025 Star Award recipient. Learn more here:
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National Tropical Botanical Garden @ntbgarden.bsky.social · Apr 24

#Glutenfree folks will appreciate this interview with Dr. Diane Ragone, director emeritus of NTBG's Breadfruit Institute. Here she talks about the delicious ways to enjoy this gluten-free versatile tropical fruit. nongluten.substack.com/p/nongluten-... #breadfruit

National Tropical Botanical Garden @ntbgarden.bsky.social · Apr 23

Here’s a closer look at 19th century botanist William Hillebrand's book of pressed #Hawaiian ferns described above. #WorldBookDay2025

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National Tropical Botanical Garden @ntbgarden.bsky.social · Apr 23

On this #WorldBookDay, Dr. Susan Fawcett shows off a historical book of pressed ferns from our rare book collection. Common, rare, old, or new, we value books for the knowledge they hold, the stories they tell, and their unique ability to transcend time and place. What books are important to you?

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National Tropical Botanical Garden @ntbgarden.bsky.social · Apr 22

There's no better way to celebrate #EarthDay2025 than by connecting with plants and growing, harvesting, and enjoying food you have grown yourself. Read more about how we are fostering relationships with plants and our planet: ntbg.org/stories/grow...

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National Tropical Botanical Garden @ntbgarden.bsky.social · Apr 22

If you'll be on #Kauai Sat. May 3rd, join us for an ʻUlu Agroforestry Workshop hosted by our Breadfruit Institute in partnership with the #Hawaii 'Ulu Cooperative in Kalaheo. Learn more and register here: tinyurl.com/kauai-ulu

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National Tropical Botanical Garden @ntbgarden.bsky.social · Apr 22

Well-timed for #EarthDay2025 🌱🌏

Dustin Wolkis @dustinwolkis.bsky.social · Apr 17

Laulea Miike's #pollen #conservation #internship
@ntbgarden.bsky.social helps preserve the endangered plant species, Ochrosia kauaiensis ( #Apocynaceae ), on Kauaʻi!

news.willamette.edu/library/2025...

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Student research helps preserve endangered plant species on Kaua’i

With funding and faculty support from Willamette, Laulea Miike BS’27 conducts essential conservation research on her home island.

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