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Visit our family of attractions:

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Shaw Nature Reserve

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Butterfly House

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EarthWays Center

Power of Plants Contest

Example--Rosy Periwinkle(Catharanthus roseus): You may call me Rosy, but I'm the 'Periwinkle of Power.' I live on the opposite side of the world in Madagascar, an island off the east coast of Africa. While I may appear to be just a pretty pink flower, I have the power to heal! Fifty years ago, scientists discovered that I contain special chemicals that help fight cancer, especially childhood leukemia.

The Power of Plants Contest for the 2009–2010 school year will start August 1, 2009. Please check this site at that time for updated rules and entry requirements.

To be added to our mailing list, please send your name, home or school address, and email address to powerofplants@mobot.org.

The Missouri Botanical Garden offers many ways for students to learn about amazing plants, nature, and sustainability. Check out these Summer 2009 Camp MBG classes:

For ages 4–5:
For kids entering grades 1–3 in Fall 2009:
For kids entering grades 4–6 in Fall 2009: