https://myskle.com/blog/botanical-garden-rio-de-janeiro/ +5521972558748 De segunda a sabado, 9:00 - 20:00 horas Pesquisar por: [ ] [Pesquisar] Myskle ToursMyskle Tours * Home * Passeios Privativos + Experiencias + City Tours + Trilhas no Rio + Esportes Extremos * Passeios de um dia * Traslados * Sobre Nos * Blog * Contato Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden / Get to know this amazing park * Home * Traducoes * Ingles * Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden / Get to know this amazing park Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden / Get to know this amazing park * 10/09/2018 12/09/2021 * Adm * Ingles, nature rio - jardim botanico - ricardosbarboza- botanical garden - jardim botanico rj A brief history: How the Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden arose First of all, to better understand the arising of the Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden we must bear in mind some historical facts. With the development of Napoleonic wars in Europe, John VI, then prince regent of Portugal, concerned with the French troops' invasions, leaves the country and establishes the headquarters of the Portuguese Kingdom in Rio de Janeiro. botanical garden Rio de Janeiro Soon after arriving here, in 1808, John VI created a gunpowder factory in order to guarantee the supply of gunpowder to the entire Portuguese empire and also the security of the new government headquarter. The factory is founded after the expropriation of the Nossa Senhora da Conceicao da Lagoa sugar cane farm. Thus, enchanted by the beauty of the place, Dom Joao VI created on June 13, 1808 in the vicinity of the factory, an acclimatization garden. Its role was the introduction and acclimatization of great value exotic plants normally transported to Europe, coming from the East, a traditional spice trade center by the time. Some curiosities One of the first plants cultivated in the garden were tea seedlings brought from Macau with the aim of acclimating the plant, and thus competing with the Indies' production, which was the largest supplier on the European market. [Camellia_sinensis-] Camellia_sinensis @wikimedia commons (5) botanical garden Rio de Janeiro Ilustracao Camellia sinensis John VI (Portuguese regent prince) ordered the arrival of Chinese immigrants to cultivate and manipulate the leaves. In 1814, tea culture began in the Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden, from where all the seedlings and seeds were spread to other Brazilian states. Around 1820, about 300 Chinese cultivated approximately 6,000 tea bushes in the Garden. Pintura de Johann Moritz Rugendas, com registro de chineses trabalhando no Jardim BotanicoPintura de Johann Moritz Rugendas, com registro de chineses trabalhando no Jardim Botanico In order to honor these Chinese immigrants who came to Rio de Janeiro to work in the tea plantation, a belvedere called Chinese View( Vista Chinesa in Portuguese) was built. Currently, this viewpoit attracts thousands of tourists every year and has become a must in Rio. For further details about this spot, check out our article Chinese View: a gorgeous belvedere in Rio. Vista Chinesa e PaisagemVista Chinesa e Paisagem Another specie initially introduced in the garden, by John VI himself, was the imperial palm, which ended up becoming the symbol of the park. Roystonea oleracea- Palmeira imperialRoystonea oleracea- Imperial Palm Where the Imperial Palm came from? As a revenge for the French occupation in Lisbon, reaching the American continent, the Portuguese invaded French Guiana, and already in 1808 the first plants from Gabrielle Garden were brought to Brazil. Therefore, it was believed that the Imperial Palm tree came from French Guiana, when Cayenne was occupied by the Portuguese, but in fact the first imperial palm came from the La Pamplemousse Garden, in Mauritius. A Portuguese prisoner named Luiz de Abreu fled the Mauritius Islands and travelled to Brazil taking this exotic palm tree, which was later gifted to John VI. A fun fact about the Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden According to an anecdote regarding the Botanical Garden, the imperial palm blossomed and began to bear fruit in 1829. Serpa Brandao, director of the Garden between 1829-1851, looking for preserving the institution's monopoly on this particular specie, determined that its seeds had to be burned annually. However, it's said that the slaves working in the garden woke up during the night to climb the palm trees, in order to harvest their seeds and sell them. Hence the sizeable spread of this specie throughout Brazil, becoming a status symbol and so that, several farms began to boast imperial palm trees avenues. During the administration of Serpa Brandao, the Aleia Barbosa Rodrigues or Aleia of the palm trees was founded, considered today the postcard of the park. Aleia Barbosa RodriguesAleia Barbosa Rodrigues How the Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden is divided Above all, to make the most of the park you need to understand its organization a little. The plants are distributed in three ways: 1-in beds grouped in botanical families, 2-thematic greenhouses, 3 -representations of Brazilian biomes, such as the Amazon and the Atlantic Rain Forest. Discover the Tijuca National Park, a typical Atlantic Rain Forest. The cultivated area of the Botanical Garden today houses, outside the greenhouses, about 9 thousand botanical specimens belonging to about 1500 species, with only 30% of this amount representing the national flora. However, in addition to the species found in the arboretum, there are thematic greenhouses and special collections of scientific value: - the orquids house; - bromeliads house; - medicinal plants; - the cactus garden; - insectivorous plants. In these thematic collections, as a whole, the reality is the other way around. To illustrate, we can mention the collections of orchids and bromeliads that together add up more than 8 thousand vases and 800 species, the absolute majority obtained in botanical expeditions in Brazil carried out by researchers from the Botanical Garden. Tips to enjoy the Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden At times, the Botanical Garden might feel like a maze for first-time visitors. In order to make your visit easier, ask for a map by the park entrance.Usually, there are signs of the foremost attractions signposted and thus, you can locate yourself and search for specific points of interest. In addition, there is a smatphone App called Jardim Botanico do Rio de Janeiro, which suggests routes within the park and presents information and curiosities about species seen along the way. This application works seamlessly with your phone's GPS, allowing for a better experience. Another very valuable tip is to select points in the park that you are interested in seeing and make a list. That way, with the help of the park map and the App, you will be able to visit more places without going around and without getting lost. Some people have no idea on what to prioritize, nor any specific interest in plants or monuments in the park, they just go to appreciate the scenic beauty and be surprised by this lush park. Therefore, we have selected the highlights of the Botanical Garden, based on criteria such as landscape harmony, historical prominence and ecological importance. Highlights of the Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden Cactus garden- One of the most harmonious corners of the Garden. Flor do cacto chique-chique Bust John VI- Monument of the Portuguese king, the creator of the Botanical Garden in 1808. Highlight for the flower bed directly behind the statue, where the first imperial palm tree of the Botanical Garden was planted. After being an attraction in the garden for 163 years, it was struck by a lightning in 1972 and died. In short, all the imperial palm trees in the garden are descendants of the "palm-mater" (mother palm, in Latin). To know this and other interesting stories about the garden, visit our private tours in Rio. Lago Frei Leandro- Surprisingly, you can see many aquatic plants that are impressive for their beauty (Vitoria Regia and Ninfeias) and tambaqui, an imposing size Amazonian fish. Around the lake, you can see the Emperor's Table, where Pedro I and his son Pedro II used to have small meals when visiting the Botanical Garden. Estatua do Lago Frei Leandro Jardim Botanico RJ Estatua do Lago Frei Leandro Lago Frei Leandro Jardim Botanico RJ Vitoria regia, lago Frei Leandro Aleia Barbosa Rodrigues or Aleia das palmeiras- This lined tree street has giant imperial palm trees in both sides. There are two important monuments in its extension: the muses fountain (in the middle) and also the facade of the fine arts school (at the end). Fachada Escola de Belas - Botanical Garden Rio de JaneiroFachada Escola de Belas Fountain of muses- Chafariz das Musas - Botanical Garden Rio de JaneiroChafariz das Musas Although the Muses fountain (chafariz das musas, in portuguese) was brought in 1895 by Barbosa Rodrigues, it was designed by Herbert W. Hogg, from the city of Derby, England. Very close to the fountain, you can see a really tall and leafy tree. This is the Sumauma, the largest South American tree, that Tom Jobim used to embrace on his visits to the Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden, seeking inspiration for his songs. Orchids House - Undoubtedly, one of the most visited thematic collections in the garden. September is usually a spectacular month for observing orchids, as many species are in bloom. Beside the greenhouse there is a meliponary with several bees native to Brazil, however you don't need to be afraid, as none of these bees have a stinger. Catleya sp. - Botanical Garden Rio de JaneiroCatleya sp. Amazon region- An immitation area of this Brazilian biome, where the presence of flooded areas and amazonian plant species are remarkable.The highlights are mainly the pau-mulato and the acaizeiro. Just to illustrate the fauna, the black-billed toucans are frequently seen on this area. Tucano Giardino botanico di Rio de JaneiroTucano di becco nero What to take To see main attractions of the Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden you will spend at least from 2 to 3 hours walking around. Since the garden has a huge area that varies between shaded and sunny parts, it is advisable to take some items, among them : - Hat - Sunscreen - Bug Repellent - Water - Snack (only allowed to eat inside the picnic area) Days and times Monday: from 12h to 17h and from Tuesday to Sunday: from 8h to 17h. Tickets The ticket costs R $ 15.00 - children up to 7 years old and elderly people over 60 pay half (R $ 7.50). The ticket can be paid in cash or card, however foreign cards are not accepted. With the same ticket it is possible to enter and leave the park countless times, as long as it is on the same day. Accessibility Not only disabled people, but also visitors over 60 and pregnant women can take a guided panoramic tour in an electric car, covering the main points of the park. Although there are no long stops, this is a good way for people who cannot walk to get to know the park. Next to the cactus area there is a sensory garden meant to the visually impaired and in addition to information in Braille, plants with striking texture or odor were selected, so that visitors can appreciate the different plants in different ways. How to get - Bicycle: In the vicinity of the Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden there are three Bike Itau stations. So, just register on the Bike Itau App and check the locations near your home with stations. In fact, some stations allow daily rental of bicycles with a card payment. For more information visit Bike Itau. - Metro: Take metro line 1 or 2, get off at Botafogo Station, and take the Metro Na Superficie bus in front towards Gavea. Then, get off at Jardim Botanico Station and access the Garden through the gate of Rua Pacheco Leao, 101. - Bus: All bus lines passing through the Jockey stop at Rua Jardim Botanico no 1008. - Car: At Praca Santos Dumont, there is a rotary parking service offered by the City of Rio de Janeiro. In order to use it, the driver must purchase the ticket from the accredited vendor in there. Make your route to the Botanical Garden here. Jockey Club parking - entrances through Rua Jardim Botanico 1003 and Praca Santos Dumont, 31 (in front of the square). Visitors of Jardim Botanico RJ have a discount. So, to get the discount, ask for the parking stamp at the ticket office in Jardim and present it with the ticket when paying for parking. For more information, visit the park's official website by clicking here. 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