Jordan inaugurates second phase of Royal Botanic Garden

Expansion highlights conservation, community development, and scientific research efforts

AMMAN, Jordan (MNTV) — Jordan inaugurated the second phase of the Royal Botanic Garden in Tal Al Rumman, underscoring Jordan’s commitment to environmental preservation and sustainable development.

Spanning a total area of 1,782 dunams, the Royal Botanic Garden now houses over 600 species of native plants, reported Jordan Times. 

It also features a plant nursery with a production capacity of 100,000 seedlings annually, supporting conservation and habitat restoration efforts.

During a tour of the site, Jordan’s King Abdullah was briefed by princess Basma bint Ali, founder of the Royal Botanic Garden, on the facility’s mission. 

The garden plays a key role in preserving Jordan’s wild flora, promoting scientific research, and ensuring responsible use of natural resources, according to a statement from the Royal Hashemite Court.

Princess Basma also highlighted the garden’s community development initiatives, including job creation and economic empowerment programs, especially for local women. 

“The garden is not just a center for conservation but also a platform for social impact,” she noted.

Established in 2005, the Royal Botanic Garden serves as the Global Hub for Natural Habitat Restoration in West Asia and North Africa. 

It houses several pioneering environmental projects, including the Jordan National Herbarium, which holds over 7,000 preserved specimens, and a seed bank capable of storing plant material for up to 10 years.

The inauguration was attended by members of the Royal Family, Hashemite Court Chief Yousef Issawi, Director of the Office of Alaa Batayneh, and other senior officials.