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...

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.

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.

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.

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...

Welcome to #ClimateWeek2025 at NYBG—where we bring together the community and experts to harness the power of plants for climate solutions.

This September, join NYBG during #ClimateWeek NYC 2025—where we bring together the community and scientific experts to harness the power of plants for climate solutions. 🌎 Learn more and register for our special events: www.nybg.org/event/climat...

Associate Curator of the Herbarium Matthew Pace recently described two new species of orchid from Mexico and Guatemala: Goodyera mexitesselata and Goodyera ixcanula. The description of these two new species brings the number of regional species to 12.

We were proud to have Kenneth R. Otero Walker, Herbarium Project Manager, at the 2025 Conference of the Ecological Society of America (ESA) in Baltimore, Maryland—where he delivered a presentation on “Ethical Considerations of Digitizing Tradition Ecological Knowledge in Biocultural Collections."

At BOTANY 2025, NYBG's Cecilia Zumajo organized the symposium: "Evolutionary history of Gnetales" comprised of 6 talks & 8 speakers. She was joined by her mentee, Ormary Alvarez, who presented her research poster titled "Ovule development in the 'living fossil' Wollemia" 👏🌲 #NYBGscience

Sunflowers are full of secrets 🕵️‍♀️🌻 I had a blast making this for @nybg.bsky.social 's Van Gogh's Flowers exhibit, where you can see all the 🌻🌻🌻 shine through Oct. 26th! #scicomm 🧪 #nationalsunflowerday #botany

Learn how decisions to pave over wetlands in the 19th century, paired with climate change, have left us in a pickle when it comes to flooding in NYC.

Together with Botanic Gardens Conservation International, we've launched a global survey to understand and amplify the role of botanical gardens in ecological restoration. We invite all gardens to participate and help shape future priorities for collective action: www.surveymonkey.com/r/JS6GNMN

NYBG's Brad Oberle joined @globalmangroves.bsky.social's Science to Policy Webinar on the genetic footprints (eDNA) left in the air, soil, & water by organisms, & how it can be harnessed to improve mangrove biodiversity monitoring 🧬📝 Watch here! --> www.youtube.com/watch?v=pmpA... #NYBGscience 🐟🍄‍🟫🦟

New #scipub by NYBG's Barbara Ambrose, Cecilia Zumajo, & team explores fruit development, revealing shifts in the developmental genetic factors of dehiscence and tissue patterning, suggesting a rewiring between basal and core eudicots 🌱 academic.oup.com/aob/advance-... #NYBGscience 🧬

In a recent interview with @nytimes.com, NYBG's @evecologist.bsky.social shares how being proactive with invasive species is key to preserving our landscapes. And if you’re a home gardener, it’s not just about reacting to invasives—but making sure you’re not buying them to begin with.

This past week we were thrilled to welcome NYC Public School teens to NYBG's GreenSchool! From jobs in plant science to horticulture and education, we're proud to share the diversity of career possibilities available, and help root them in nature as we work toward a greener future for all.

In our final Plant People episode of Season 2, @mauriciodiazgra.bsky.social discusses how engaging with nature through travel makes us more inclined to protect it—and the ways that tourism can actually help our planet. 🌎 www.nybg.org/plantpeople/...

In a recent episode of the @pbs.org digital documentary series, Untold Earth, Dr. Rob Naczi, NYBG's Arthur J. Cronquist Curator of North American Botany, was interviewed during a segment on the fascinating world of pitcher plants. Check it out now on the PBS Terra YouTube channel.

Hitting the beach this summer? 🌊 Take a closer look at seashells and you might just spot lichens! These resilient organisms thrive in nearly every ecosystem, including on marine life. Check out this example from 1986 in the NYBG Herbarium --> sweetgum.nybg.org/science/the-... 🐚 #NYBGscience

Through the Nurturing Nature Initiative, we're working to unlock the powerful, often underutilized potential of botanical gardens—each a unique institution rooted in place, yet united by shared goals and capacities—to restore ecosystems, support communities, and sustain biodiversity. Learn how.

In this week’s Plant People episode, we’re joined by Jacob Suissa, Ph.D., and Ben Goulet-Scott, Ph.D., botanists and founders of Let's Botanize, a nonprofit dedicated to making plant science fun and accessible. Head through to listen, and don’t forget to rate and subscribe: brnw.ch/21wTMX1

In June, the Society for Ethnobotany (SEB) held its annual meeting in Prague. Hosted by the Czech University of Life Sciences, 150 ethnobotanists from around the world convened to discuss research. Alex McAlvay was this year’s President of SEB, accompanied by an NYBG delegation. #NYBGscience

NYBG's Alex McAlvay is in Kenya launching ReMiCS: a project connecting farmers of diverse & nutritious mixed crops with local school meal programs. Jane Parker of Tharaka Nithi farms a 3-variety pearl millet mix, including "bird’s eye"- a bristly plant that deters birds 🐦🌾 #NYBGscience

We’re proud to announce our NYBG Science Strategy for 2025–2030, outlining a bold vision for advancing botanical research, conservation, and innovation. Built on NYBG's legacy of scientific excellence, it ensures we’re leading the way in addressing pressing environmental and societal challenges.

Plant systematics is the study of the diversity of plant groups and all the relationships between them—and @botana-bedoya.bsky.social wades into extreme situations for her studies. Get to know one of our adventurous NYBG scientists as she shares her passion for discovery.

In the 4th session of 2025 Humanities Conversations, NYBG's Dr. Brad Oberle & Dumbarton Oaks' Dr. Yota Batsaki will discuss urban soil research onsite @NYBG, as well as the use of soil as living media in contemporary art. RSVP to join this free webinar! 🔗 www.nybg.org/event/2025-p... 🖼️🪵 #NYBGscience

There's still time to RSVP for today's 5pm webinar with NYBG Curator Dr. Benjamin Torke: "Insights on Neotropical Plant Diversity from Collaborative Floristic & Systematic Studies," discussing the evolution of Neotropical legumes & Amazonian flora 🌿🌱 #NYBGScience 🔗 www.nybg.org/event/neotro...

NYBG was selected for a grant for the @bezosearthfund.org Grand Challenge for Climate Change and Nature. With this support, @ebsessa.bsky.social + colleagues are working on a proposal that lets us develop and test AI tools for plant discovery and ID to support conservation and biodiversity efforts.

New #scipub coauthored by NYBG's Leeann Dabydeen, Greg Plunkett, Ben Torke & visiting student Rafael G.Barbosa-Silva uses Angiosperms353 data to reveal key insights into Erioculaceae, challenging long-held views of its evolution/classification 🧬🌸 www.researchgate.net/publication/... ⛰️ #NYBGscience

Tune in to S.2 Ep.1 of NYBG's 'Planet People' Podcast, where Ian Frazier discusses his new book "Paradise Bronx: The Life & Times of New York’s Greatest Borough" celebrating the resilience & creativity of the Bronx, NYC's greenest & most diverse borough! www.nybg.org/plantpeople/... 🌿🌳 #NYBGscience

NYBG's @ebsessa.bsky.social & colleagues' new #scipub explores the role of incomplete lineage sorting (ILS) and ancient reticulation in resolving interrelationships and understanding the diversification and evolutionary processes within hornworts 📄🌱: academic.oup.com/aob/advance-... 🧬 #NYBGscience

In April, we joined the How Things Work Conference at Bronx Community College, where we taught students and educators about the Bronx River and borough environmental systems through herbarium specimens, a leaf pack stream ecology kit, and a demo of the Welikia Project 2.0 map explorer.

Here @alexmcalvay.bsky.social, NYBG Assistant Curator, dives into the traditional Ethiopian practice of planting two or more types of grain in the same field, creating crops with greater tolerance of weather variation. Learn more: www.rockefellerfoundation.org/grantee-impa...

NYBG's @mauriciodiazgra.bsky.social recently delivered a keynote presentation titled "Celebrating the Royal Botanical Expedition of the New Kingdom of Grenada" at the Hispanic Museum and Library Society, where a copy of the expedition's resulting flora was gifted by the Consulate General of Spain.

Congrats to NYBG’s Fabián Michelangeli, graduate fellow Kate Samra & team on their new paper showing that anisophylly in Triolena species is linked to thermally stable and wet climactic conditions, rather than canopy-driven! 📄 --> onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/... 🌿🌧️🌡️ #NYBGscience