Ornamental and Social

Ornamental gardens give pleasure to many people

The diversity of plants grown for ornamental uses is greater than those grown for food! For example Acacia myrtifolia (myrtle wattle) has been collected and conserved by MSBP partners in Australia. It is an ornamental plant; the red colour of its new growth is prized for its great beauty.

Many more beautiful plants have yet to be discovered!

Hindu Temple (Photo: Laura Ponsonby)

Many cultures attach spiritual and religious values to plants and places where they grow.

Nature-based tourism is one of the fastest growing segments of tourism worldwide.