Preservation biases and assumptions about Indigenous land-use histories have often led to misinterpretations of historical landscapes. In an article co-authored by NYBG's @alexmcalvay.bsky.social, see how new studies indicate the remnants of forest garden ecosystems—and may help identify more sites.
NYBG's Dennis Stevenson and Barbara Ambrose joined Elissa Sorojsrisom to co-author a recently published Coulter Review entitled "Patterning and Evolution of Land Gametangia" in the International Journal of Plant Sciences.
Learn more: www.journals.uchicago.edu/doi/10.1086/...
In this week’s episode of #PlantPeople, we join Michael Goergen of The American Chestnut Foundation to discuss the tragic history—and hopeful future—of one of North America’s most iconic trees. 🌰🍃
Listen to our latest podcast episode and learn more.
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NYBG's Dr. Gregory Plunkett co-authored a recent study that examined the anatomy of Sciodaphyllum herzogii from Bolivia, demonstrating that samples from 2 sets of populations differ in leaf anatomy—providing evidence that they represent separate species.
Learn more: drive.google.com/file/d/1pBn3...
Check out a new article in @nature.com co-authored by @mauriciodiazgra.bsky.social, NYBG's Chief Science Officer and Dean of Science, outlining a vision for a globally integrated, community-governed data ecosystem for living plant collections. www.nature.com/articles/s41...
Matthew Pace, Associate Curator of the William and Lynda Steere Herbarium, was part of a team of orchid researchers who published a new paper focusing on the evolution of the leafless mycoheterotrophic orchid Stereosandra from Asia, the first genetic data ever produced for the genus.
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On this week’s episode of #PlantPeople, we check in with mycologist and author Eugenia Bone to discuss our friends the fungi—the not-quite-plant, not-quite-animal lifeforms that not only benefit the planet, but our own health as humans. 🍄🟫
Listen in and learn more! www.nybg.org/plantpeople/...
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Thanks to the leadership of @schumer.senate.gov and @ritchietorres.bsky.social, we’re delighted that NYBG was awarded a $750,000 @noaa.gov grant advancing Nature Your City: NYBG Climate Research and Public Education.
Learn more about our research in urban conservation: www.nybg.org/plant-resear...
NYBG is happy to introduce Layers of the Past: A New Way to Explore NYC’s History. Trace the city's transformations and see New York through time!
Learn more: www.layersofthepast.org
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Check out our new episode of #PlantPeople, where author and botanist Robin Wall Kimmerer and host Jennifer Bernstein, NYBG CEO & President, explore the things ancient plantlife like moss can teach us about surviving and truly thriving as people: www.nybg.org/plantpeople/...
From the tallest chestnut trees to the strangest pitcher plants, the botanical world is FULL of fascinating stories. And for our third season on Plant People, we’re doing a deep dive on a different plant each episode. 🎧🌿
Tune in every other week starting February 2. www.nybg.org/plantpeople
NYBG's @mauriciodiazgra.bsky.social and Colin Khoury were co-authors of a new Nature Plants Perspective that outlines a vision for a globally integrated, community-governed data ecosystem for living plant collections.
Learn more: www.nature.com/articles/s41...
From discovering all-new species to digitizing tens of thousands of new plant specimens, participating in climate and biodiversity conferences around the world, and launching an all-new Science Strategy, 2025 was a busy year for plant science at NYBG!
Learn more: www.nybg.org/planttalk/ny...
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It’s our pleasure to announce that Todd Forrest, NYBG’s Arthur Ross Vice President for Horticulture and Living Collections, has been honored with The Garden Club of America's 2026 Medal of Honor.
Please join us in congratulating Todd on this well-earned recognition!
Gregory Plunkett and former NYBG post-doc Antoine Nicholas had a study published in "Molecular Phylogenetics and Evolution" focused on the evolution of species of Azorella (Apiaceae) endemic to New Zealand, demonstrating two dispersals of the genus from South America.
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NYBG's @mauriciodiazgra.bsky.social was recently featured in Redagricola in a profile highlighting not only Mauricio’s career path, but also the impactful scientific work being carried out at NYBG.
Read the article here: redagricola.com/al-servicio-...
The UN’s #COP30 conference just concluded in Belém, Brazil, where representatives from NYBG were in attendance, sharing the ways in which plants are integral to tackling the climate crisis. Check out our recap on Plant Talk to learn more about the importance of botanical gardens to this effort.
We’re a proud partner of Botanic Gardens Conservation International, @usbotanicgarden.bsky.social, @croptrust.bsky.social, & @fao.org on the GCCFP to strengthen food security & biodiversity conservation—and excited for its global 11/22 launch in Peru as part of the @planttreaty.bsky.social session.
During #COP30, NYBG's Emma Grover moderated a discussion between @ewsanderson.bsky.social and Dr. Alexandre of @rbgkew.bsky.social. They joined CAF to discuss the unique roles of botanical gardens in scaling nature-based solutions for the adaptation and mitigation of climate change.
A red and green book cover reading "Plants, People and Culture in Tafea Province, Vanuatu / Ol Plant, Pipol, mo Kalja blong Tafea"
Four people pose for a photo in a green, tropical locale while holding a copy of a recently published book. Two of them wear bright green, floral-printed wraps.
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As part of #ClimateWeek, NYBG President Jennifer Bernstein and Dr. Michael Balick, together with representatives from the Vanuatu government, officially launched the two-volume book "Plants, People and Culture in Tafea Province, Vanuatu" by Balick, Dr. Gregory Plunkett, and Vanuatu collaborators.
One aspect of the discussions taking place at #COP30 in Brazil is how we can turn tourism into a net positive—for the benefit of nature and local economies. You can dive deeper on the concept of ecotourism our Season 2 episode of Plant People with Dr. Mauricio Diazgranados here!
While we're discussing the future of our planet's health and biodiversity on stage at #COP30, we're working to be climate-smart here on the ground in the Bronx, too. See how our GreenSchool and Bronx Green-Up are part of the solution.
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Tomorrow’s climate and biodiversity leaders are growing here at NYBG—and answering #COP30’s call for long-term action. Learn how the Garden is cultivating the next generation of botanists: www.nybg.org/plant-resear...
Today at #COP30, NYBG’s @ewsanderson.bsky.social and @rbgkew.bsky.social’s Alexandre Antonelli discussed how plant-based approaches to mitigate and adapt to climate change can be scaled through the unique capacities of botanical gardens.
Hear from @ebsessa.bsky.social, Ph.D., Patricia K. Holmgren Director of the William and Lynda Steere Herbarium, as she discusses how the Garden is using a grant from the Bezos Earth Fund to revolutionize collections-based discovery at NYBG, and more.
We’re honored to be among 15 recipients of Phase II of the Bezos Earth Fund's AI for Climate and Nature Grand Challenge. Learn more about how we're putting this grant to work building scalable, open-access tools that can transform biodiversity science and conservation planning.
After years of visiting NYBG as a sanctuary in the city for open air and exploration in nature, Lakshmee Lachhman-Persad of Accessible Travel NYC was invited, along with her family, to take part in our Global Gardens program in the Edible Academy.
Learn more.
On @nytimes.com, hear from @ewsanderson.bsky.social, VP for Urban Conservation Strategy, as he shares how understanding NYC’s past topography—and expanding our imagination as to what nature can do in the future—benefits ongoing efforts to answer the flooding question.
Our second season of Plant People—NYBG’s first podcast—is nominated for a Signal Award for the second year in a row! We’re so excited to be nominated in the Sustainability & Environment category, and we need your help to bring home the trophy.
Vote here!
We’re launching a new global collaboration: the Global Conservation Consortium for Food Plants. We’re proud to partner with Botanic Gardens Conservation International, U.S. Botanic Garden, @croptrust.bsky.social, and @fao.org to enhance our food security the world over. www.nybg.org/planttalk/gl...
