The garden focuses on edible and medicinal herbs that are commonly used in traditional Taiwanese herbal hot pot cuisine.
It serves as a primary supplier for medicinal herbs within the local Taitung hospitality industry.
The park layout utilizes the natural topography of the Taitung valley to create microclimates suitable for diverse plant species.
Educational signage throughout the garden explains the historical and folk medicine uses of the endemic herbal varieties on display.
Yuan Sen Garden is a specialized botanical park in Beinan Township dedicated primarily to the cultivation and exhibition of diverse herbal and medicinal plants. The site features an extensive collection of over 200 species of herbs and native vegetation laid out in landscaped walking paths. It functions as an educational facility where visitors can observe the growth cycles of various culinary and medicinal vegetables. The garden is integrated into the local ecosystem of the Luye plateau area in Taitung County. The grounds are designed to prioritize the interaction between visitors and plant biology rather than traditional ornamental flower displays. It is a functional horticultural site rather than a standard municipal leisure park.
The raised viewing platforms that offer a panoramic view of the symmetrical herb garden rows against the backdrop of the Coastal Mountain Range.
Wear mosquito repellent, as the lush, humid plant environment frequently attracts insects.
Engage with the provided botanical signage to identify which herbs are commonly used in local culinary practices.
Bring a hat and sunscreen as there is limited shade in the primary open-air vegetable patches.
Do not expect a traditional flower garden; the focus here is strictly on vegetable and herbal research.
Avoid touching or picking plants, as many are part of an active study or culinary supply collection.
