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Which plant groups are displayed at the Jardin des Plantes in Paris?
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Botanical gardens in Maymyo, Myanmar.
The Jardin des Plantes in Paris is a renowned center for scientific study and public exhibition, cultivating approximately 23,500 species of plants across its greenhouses and outdoor plots.1
The garden features a diverse collection of plant groups, including:
- Cacti1
- Grasses1
- Bromeliads1
- Orchids1
- Ferns1
- Aroids1
- Australian flora1
- Alpine plants1
- Iris1
- Cannas1
- Conifers1
In addition to these living collections, the site maintains an extensive herbarium containing over six million dried reference specimens, supporting its long-standing role in the history of botany.1