Living collections at the Singapore Botanical Gardens ”“ Historic and modern relevance

Résumé

The role of the living collections at the Singapore Botanic Gardens is described in terms of their heritage value, contributing to the Gardens’ inscription on UNESCO’s World Heritage List, and their importance in support of scientific research, conservation of plant diversity and public education. A summary of the most significant taxonomic collections is appended and the subject is introduced and placed in context with a brief history of the Gardens.