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  • Brumadinho_MG, February 19, 2021. INHOTIM Botanical Garden. PHOTO: JOAO MARCOS ROSA/NITRO

    Agave-polvo

    Indigenous populations commonly use the fibers of the leaves, after they have been dried, to make soap due to their high concentrations of saponin. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro
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    Antúrio-ninho-de-passarinho

    Inhotim Collections Botanical Highlights 2 Anthurium-bird's-nest
  • The Indonesian species has adapted very well to the Brazilian climate. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.

    Areca-dourada

    Brumadinho_MG, March 06, 2021. INHOTIM Botanical Garden. PHOTO: JOAO MARCOS ROSA/NITRO
  • Inhotim collections, botanical highlight 2, Aricuri

    Aricuri

    Inhotim collections, botanical highlight 2, Aricuri
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    Ariri-mirim

    inhotim collections highlight botanical gairiri-mirim
  • Specimens of this species can be seen throughout Inhotim. This one is located near the Doris Salcedo Gallery. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.

    Bromélia-imperial

    The leaves, arranged in a rosette, form a vase in the center of the plant, which accumulates water and nutrients. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.
  • Brumadinho_MG, February 19, 2021. INHOTIM Botanical Garden. PHOTO: JOAO MARCOS ROSA/NITRO

    Buritirana

    In various parts of the country, the leaves of this species are used for roofing and handicrafts. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.
  • Velozias have peculiar characteristics. Due to their high combustion power, they were once commonly used to make torches. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro

    Canela-de-ema

    Found in bloom in April, the species is pollinated by bees and its seeds are dispersed naturally. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro
  • Female cycads produce globular seeds, brown or orange in color, that are highly toxic. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.

    Cica

    In detail, seeds of Cycas circinalis in the early stages of development. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.
  • Cypress tree located next to the True Rouge Gallery. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.

    Cipreste-do-brejo

    Brumadinho_MG, February 19, 2021. INHOTIM Botanical Garden. PHOTO: JOAO MARCOS ROSA/NITRO
  • The leaves of the calabash tree can also be used in purgative applications. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.

    Coité

    The calabash tree has a crooked, low-growing, and highly branched growth habit. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.
  • Copaiba can be seen near the Tunga Psychoactive Gallery. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.

    Copaíba

    The bark, reddish in color when young and brown when mature, can be up to 17 mm thick. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.
  • Located on the orange axis, Corifa integrates the landscaping of the Adriana Varejão Gallery. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.

    Corifa

    The leaves, which are very fibrous and large, are fan-shaped and have edges folded inwards. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.
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    Costela-de-adão

    Inhotim Collections Botanical Highlight 3 Monstera deliciosa
  • Upon exiting the Desert Garden, you are confronted with the exuberance of this plant. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.

    Filodendro

    Lush, verdant foliage with fine reddish edges adds a finishing touch. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.
  • The flowering occurs in winter, and the exuberance of the yellow flowers can be seen from afar. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.

    Ipê-amarelo

    The yellow ipê tree is located on the pink axis, near the Claudia Andujar Gallery. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.
  • Inhotim Collections Botanical Highlight 2 Hairy Ipê

    Ipê-felpudo

    Inhotim Collections Botanical Highlight 2 Hairy Ipê
  • A Brazilian tree with a twisted and irregular trunk, it can reach up to 35 m in height when mature. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.

    Jacarandá-preto

    Highly ornamental thanks to its delicate foliage and wide crown. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.
  • Known as the largest tree in the Atlantic Forest, it is found near Lago Novo in Inhotim. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.

    Jequitibá

    Composed of a capsule that houses the seeds, the fruit is called a pipe-shaped fruit. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.
  • This species is considered the most widely dispersed palm tree in the country, being extensively distributed throughout the Cerrado biome. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro

    Macaúba

    The leaves are used as raw material to obtain fibers for the production of threads, ropes, and nets. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro
  • Near Hélio Oiticica's Magic Square #5, the blue palm trees highlight the artwork's colors in the landscape. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.

    Palmeira-azul

    Each palm tree has about 20 leaves, which fall off when they are old, leaving marks on the trunk. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.
  • The trunk of this palm tree was widely used by traditional peoples for building dwellings. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.

    Palmeira-juçara

    Elegant, its fruit attracts various birds in winter, when the forest has little food. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.
  • Young individuals of the species, offspring of the adult raffia palm, almost five years old. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.

    Palmeira-ráfia

    The spiny leaflets are used to extract "raffia" fiber, which is widely used in handicrafts and dyes. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.
  • The common name comes from the similarity of the species' dilated base to an elephant's foot. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.

    Pata-de-elefante

    The thin leaves give the ends of the branches a hair-like appearance. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.
  • In Inhotim, the Brazilwood tree is located near the Garden of All Senses and the Desert Garden. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.

    Pau-Brasil

    The reddish dye, a striking characteristic of the species, has had commercial appeal since colonial times in Brazil. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.
  • The roots can be directed to grow in different places so the plant can reach the light. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.

    Paxiúba

    The roots exhibit structural characteristics adapted to environments with abundant water. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.
  • At Inhotim, this candelabra-shaped palm tree is located in the outdoor area of ​​the Tamboril Restaurant. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.

    Robellini Palm

    Its stem is home to lichens and mosses. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.
  • Originally from the South Pacific, it has been introduced to other locations since the 18th century. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro

    Samambaia-gigante

    Known as the fern with the largest leaves, reaching up to 8 meters in length, they are arched and bright green in color. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro
  • When the leaves fall, they leave part of their sheaths attached to the stem, which can be a favorable environment for epiphytic plants. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.

    Tamareira-das-canárias

    The orange fruits are another highlight of the plant. They are not toxic, but they don't have a pleasant taste. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.
  • During the months of August and September, the leaves fall, making the fruits more visible. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro

    Tamboril

    The tree, present since the area was still a farm, is a witness to the history of the Inhotim Institute. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro
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    Tataré 

    inhotim collections highlight botanical treatare
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    Viveiro Educador 

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