It is integrated into the campus of the Universidad Nacional Agraria de la Selva, which focuses on tropical agricultural sciences.
The garden acts as a germplasm bank for several species of regional tropical plants.
It preserves a micro-habitat representative of the transition between the Andes and the Amazon basin.
Many of the plant labels are documented and maintained by faculty and students of the university's forestry department.
The UNAS Botanical Garden is a research and conservation facility located on the campus of the Universidad Nacional Agraria de la Selva (UNAS) in Tingo María, Peru. The garden serves as a living laboratory, focusing on the preservation of endemic flora from the high jungle and the Amazonian ceja de selva ecosystem. Visitors can explore various botanical collections that feature medicinal plants, ornamental species, and timber trees native to the Huánuco region. The site plays a critical role in the university's academic research and environmental education programs. It is designed with winding pathways that allow for close observation of diverse plant structures in a tropical humid forest environment. The garden incorporates areas dedicated to the study of agroforestry systems prevalent in the local climate.
The central pathway shaded by the large, towering canopy trees which provide a dramatic natural tunnel effect.
Bring high-quality insect repellent, as the humid tropical environment is a prime habitat for mosquitoes.
Wear light, breathable clothing and waterproof walking shoes due to frequent rain and damp ground.
Bring a small umbrella or light rain gear, as tropical rain showers in Tingo María occur year-round.
Touching plants or trees without knowledge, as some species in the Amazonian region can cause skin irritation or rashes.
Do not collect plant samples, flowers, or seeds; stay on marked paths to avoid disturbing research plots.
