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The Missouri Botanical Garden is an oasis in the city of St. Louis and a world leader in plant science, conservation, education and horticultural display.

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Discover top and trending #PlantSciences research in BioOne Complete featuring articles from Cryptogamie, Mycologie @mnhn.fr, Lindbergia, and Novon @mobotgarden.bsky.social.

Free to read through March 31: bio-one.co/3NzW2jc

#PlantScience #PlantBiology #botany #moss #fungi #flower #plants #scisky

03.03.2026 16:20 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 4    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Aerial view of Victorian District

Aerial view of Victorian District

Crabapple Alley

Crabapple Alley

Aerial view of Drum Bridge

Aerial view of Drum Bridge

Aerial view of Climatron

Aerial view of Climatron

The Garden has been โœจnominated โœจfor Best Botanical Garden, as part of @usatoday.com 10BESTโ€™s Readersโ€™ Choice Awards!

The deadline to vote is Monday, March 9th at noon. Cast your vote in today here: buff.ly/RTKCtsz

๐Ÿ“ธ Cassidy Moody

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03.03.2026 18:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 14    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 3
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Pt. 4: Fluttering Around The Butterfly House. See the full set of my photos over on my blog. (link in bio)
Images taken at the Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House 2/24/26
@mobotgarden.bsky.social

#Photography #Fujifilm #Butterflies #botanical

02.03.2026 20:21 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 11    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Pt. 3: Fluttering Around The Butterfly House. See the full set of my photos over on my blog. (link in bio)
Images taken at the Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House 2/24/26
@mobotgarden.bsky.social

#Photography #Fujifilm #Butterflies #botanical

28.02.2026 17:15 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 11    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Shot of Emerson Conservatory exterior

Shot of Emerson Conservatory exterior

โš ๏ธ ANNOUNCEMENT โš ๏ธ

The Emerson Conservatory will be closed from March 2โ€“April 8 to deconstruct the former exhibition.

Please plan your upcoming Garden visit accordingly.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation!

๐Ÿ“ธ Erik S. Anderson

02.03.2026 17:38 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Woman posing in front of orchid

Woman posing in front of orchid

Bride and groom kissing at the Orchid Show

Bride and groom kissing at the Orchid Show

Guarianthe Bowringiana 'Splendens' and a staff member in background

Guarianthe Bowringiana 'Splendens' and a staff member in background

Stop by TODAY for a final viewing of this week's blooms and we look forward to making new memories with you at Orchid Show 2027! ๐Ÿ’ฎ

๐Ÿ“ธ Claire Cohen, Michael Albers, John Evans Jr., Nathan Kwarta

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01.03.2026 14:02 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Visitors at the Orchid Show

Visitors at the Orchid Show

Visitors and staff member at the Orchid Show

Visitors and staff member at the Orchid Show

Photographer taking picture of orchid

Photographer taking picture of orchid

What an exciting start to 2026! Today may be the final day of the Orchid Show, but we hold deep appreciation for the love, care, and support of the Garden's orchid collection shown by our visitors, volunteers, and staff.

01.03.2026 14:02 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 9    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Our hope is that you learned something new with us this #BlackHistoryMonth and will continue to learn of communities and cultures that make up the fabric of our society.

๐Ÿ“ธ Cassidy Moody

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28.02.2026 18:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Today concludes the 100th anniversary of #BlackHistoryMonth!

For 100 years, African Americans have been recognized for their contributions to American history. We are proud to continue this legacy by sharing tremendous impacts African Americans have made.

28.02.2026 18:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
George Washington Carver statue

George Washington Carver statue

George Washington Carver specimen

George Washington Carver specimen

George Washington Carver specimen

George Washington Carver specimen

George Washington Carver statue in George Washington Carver Garden

George Washington Carver statue in George Washington Carver Garden

In this Discover + Share blog, we explore specimens discovered by celebrated scientist Dr. George Washington Carver!

Learn more: buff.ly/WPOMURc

๐Ÿ“ธ Steve Frank, MOBOT Herbarium Archives

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28.02.2026 15:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Phragmipedium Living Fire

Phragmipedium Living Fire

Dendrobium Spotted Poni

Dendrobium Spotted Poni

Dendrobium spectabile

Dendrobium spectabile

Phaius tancarvilleae 'Rabin's Raven' AM AOS

Phaius tancarvilleae 'Rabin's Raven' AM AOS

โ€œOrchids remind us that true beauty is found in diversity and uniqueness.โ€ โ€” Nelson Mandela

Indeed they do. ๐Ÿ˜Œ

Stop by to view our collection of unique orchids at the Orchid Show, open now through tomorrow, March 1st!

๐Ÿ“ธ Nathan Kwarta, Claire Cohen

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28.02.2026 13:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 12    ๐Ÿ” 4    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Pt. 2: Fluttering Around The Butterfly House. See the full set of my photos over on my blog. (link in bio)
Images taken at the Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House 2/24/26
@mobotgarden.bsky.social
#Photography #Fujifilm #Butterflies #botanical

27.02.2026 17:40 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 15    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Red beans and rice is a deliciously hearty dish typically served in the South. But have you ever wondered how that came to be? ๐ŸŒพ

Watch to learn more about the origins of red beans and rice and see where its legacy has landed! โ–ถ๏ธโธ๏ธ

#MOBOTGarden #BlackHistoryMonth

27.02.2026 17:02 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

The Orchid Show is included in general admission.

27.02.2026 15:22 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Laelia undulata

Laelia undulata

Laelia undulata

Laelia undulata

Did you know that the Laelia undulata is an epiphyte? An epiphyte is a plant that grows on another plant without extracting nutrients or energy from it. ๐ŸŒฑ

See the Laelia undulata and more orchids at the Orchid Show, open now through March 1st!

๐Ÿ“ธ Claire Cohen

#MOBOTGarden

27.02.2026 15:04 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 13    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Bold orange orchids with the sunlight shining through the petals

Bold orange orchids with the sunlight shining through the petals

Elegant white orchids with smooth leaves

Elegant white orchids with smooth leaves

A spray of numerous small white orchids

A spray of numerous small white orchids

Pink frilly orchids with a yellow center

Pink frilly orchids with a yellow center

Met my friend at @mobotgarden.bsky.social today and saw the Orchid Show! So many neat types of orchids!! It runs until Sunday (indoors!) and is included with garden admission for local folks wanting to check it out :D

27.02.2026 01:36 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 15    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Pt. 1: Fluttering Around The Butterfly House. See the full set of my photos over on my blog. (link in bio)
Images taken at the Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House 2/24/26 @mobotgarden.bsky.social #Photography #Fujifilm #Butterflies #botanical

26.02.2026 20:10 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 20    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

#MOBOTGarden #BlackHistoryMonth

26.02.2026 17:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Okra is a common staple crop in Southern cuisine today, but its journey to America tells a story of resilience and adaptability.

Learn more about okraโ€™s infamous history, some famous okra dishes that still exist today, and the perfect crop conditions to grow okra in your community! โ–ถ๏ธโธ๏ธ

26.02.2026 17:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Group of people at a table smiling

Group of people at a table smiling

Group of people posing for photo

Group of people posing for photo

Man looking at signage

Man looking at signage

Women conversing at a table

Women conversing at a table

Limited tables remain for Trivia Night at the Garden! Have you & your friends reserved yours yet? ๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿป

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Friday, March 6 from 6โ€“9 p.m.
๐Ÿšช Doors open at 6 p.m. | Trivia begins at 7 p.m.
๐Ÿ“ Bayer Event Center
๐Ÿ”— buff.ly/7WBxnWE

๐Ÿ“ธ Nathan Kwarta

#MOBOTGarden

26.02.2026 15:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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#DYK that collard greens are a member of the cabbage family? Collard greens are commonly spotted in harvesting gardens, but they are also an integral crop in African American food culture. ๐Ÿฅฌ

Watch to learn more of their unique history and harvesting conditions! โ–ถ๏ธโธ๏ธ

#MOBOTGarden #BlackHistoryMonth

25.02.2026 21:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Epidendrum Wedding Valley

Epidendrum Wedding Valley

Epidendrum Wedding Valley

Epidendrum Wedding Valley

Gaze upon the dreamy Epidendrum Wedding Valley orchid and many others at the Orchid Show! ๐Ÿ˜๐ŸŒธ

The Orchid Show concludes on Sunday, March 1st. Plan your visit today at the link here: buff.ly/V6ziYoJ ๐Ÿ”—

The Orchid Show is included in general admission.

๐Ÿ“ธ Claire Cohen

#MOBOTGarden

25.02.2026 14:58 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 11    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Dendrobium kingianum var. pulcherrimum

Dendrobium kingianum var. pulcherrimum

Phalaenopsis I-Hsin; Macchiata

Phalaenopsis I-Hsin; Macchiata

Laelianthe Meadow Gold

Laelianthe Meadow Gold

Cymbidium Sylvia Miller 'Brilliance'  HCC_AOS

Cymbidium Sylvia Miller 'Brilliance' HCC_AOS

Don't miss out on viewing the Garden's unique orchid collection in the final week of the Orchid Show! ๐ŸŒธ

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ January 31โ€“March 1
๐Ÿ“ Emerson Conservatory
๐Ÿ”— buff.ly/V6ziYoJ

The Orchid Show is included in general admission.

๐Ÿ“ธ Claire Cohen

#MOBOTGarden

24.02.2026 17:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

We'd also like to welcome visitors to honor and celebrate the life of Tai Davis, who was not only Blck Bird String Ensemble's renowned founding cellist but also a talented chef, passionate artist, and beloved community member. ๐Ÿค

24.02.2026 15:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Blck Bird String Ensemble

Blck Bird String Ensemble

Explore the sounds of the African diaspora with a special performance by the Blck Bird String Ensemble! ๐ŸŽถ

โญ Blck Bird String Ensemble Performance
๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Saturday, February 28 from 11 a.m.โ€“Noon
๐Ÿ”— www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/black-histor...

๐Ÿ“ธ Virginia Harold Photography

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24.02.2026 15:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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From Soil Seed Banks to Seedlings: Deciphering the Natural Regeneration of Tropical Dry Forests in the Americas By Viviana Londoรฑo-Lemos Viviana Londoรฑo-Lemosย is a Ph.D. candidate with the Powers Lab in the Plant and Microbial Biology Program at the University of Minnesota. Email:ย vivianalondonolemos@gmail.cโ€ฆ

Wanna know about you should care about seeds and seedlings as much as I do while learning what I'm up to during my PhD?

Check the #NHER post from the @mobotgarden.bsky.social, the Ecological Health Network and the Restoration Ecology Lab at Virginia Tech.

#RestorationEcology #Seedlings #Seeds

23.02.2026 22:23 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Orchids are absolutely bonkers. Aliens?
Gorgeous orchid show the Missouri Botanical Garden ๐Ÿ˜ #Orchids @mobotgarden.bsky.social

23.02.2026 02:26 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 18    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Learn more about @mobotmuseum.bsky.social's #SmellingTheBouquet with the curator and @mobotgarden.bsky.social's Mรณnica Carlsen's scent research in Colombia ๐Ÿ‘ƒ๐Ÿ’

20.02.2026 21:55 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 6    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Paphiopedilum Black Thorpe

Paphiopedilum Black Thorpe

Paphiopedilum Black Thorpe

Paphiopedilum Black Thorpe

โ€œOrchids are the most sophisticated of flowers, expressing emotions that words cannot.โ€ โ€” Prince

And this Paphiopedilum Black Thorpe is nothing short of sophistication. ๐Ÿ˜Œ

See more of the Paphiopedilum genus and more at the Orchid Show today!

๐Ÿ“ธ Nathan Kwarta

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23.02.2026 15:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 8    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Cymbidium Sylvia Miller 'Brilliance' Orchidacene

Cymbidium Sylvia Miller 'Brilliance' Orchidacene

Cymbidium Sylvia Miller 'Brilliance' Orchidacene

Cymbidium Sylvia Miller 'Brilliance' Orchidacene

Va-va-voom ๐Ÿคฉ We're OBSESSED with this vibrant Cymbidium Sylvia Miller 'Brilliance' Orchidacene!

Which orchids at the Orchid Show are you a big fan of so far?

๐Ÿ“ธ Sarah Carmody

#MOBOTGarden

20.02.2026 16:45 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 9    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0