The garden contains a collection of rare plants from the Scania region, some of which are extinct in the wild.
The greenhouses feature a Victoria cruziana water lily that blooms in the summer, producing flowers that change color from white to pink overnight.
The arboretum includes over 200 different species of trees and shrubs from temperate zones across the globe.
The garden's layout follows a scientific taxonomy, allowing visitors to see the evolutionary relationships between different plant groups.
It holds a specific collection dedicated to plants that have played a significant role in human medicine and history.
Botaniska trädgården is a 9-hectare research garden maintained by Lund University, housing approximately 7,000 species of plants. Established at its current location in 1862, the site serves as both an educational resource and a public park. The grounds include a tropical greenhouse complex divided into six different climate zones. Notable features include an arboretum with mature trees, a systematic collection of plants arranged by botanical family, and a rock garden. The garden serves as a living laboratory for the university’s Department of Biology. It is situated within the historic center of Lund, adjacent to the University’s main academic buildings.
The reflection of the main greenhouse in the central water basin during the late afternoon light.
Visit the tropical greenhouses during colder months to experience a climate-controlled escape from the Swedish winter.
Check the university's official notice board near the entrance for seasonal guided tours led by botany students.
Bring a book and use the designated seating areas near the central pond for a quiet reading session.
Do not attempt to walk through the specialized research beds which are marked as restricted or fragile zones.
Stay on marked paths to protect the scientific collections; do not pick plants, seeds, or flowers.
