# Botanical Garden Nellimoodu

> Botanical Garden Nellimoodu at Botanical Garden Nellimoodu, Thiruvananthapuram, Open all year

- **When:** Open all year
- **Venue:** Botanical Garden Nellimoodu
- **Address:** Nellimoodu, Thiruvananthapuram, kerala, 695524
- **Organiser:** Eventify
- **Event page:** https://app.eventifyplus.com/event/botanical-garden-nellimoodu

## About this event

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Kuzhipallam Botanical Garden and Research Centre at Nellimoodu in Thiruvananthapuram district is a private botanical and horticultural garden established in 1972 and developed as a centre for plant conservation, cultivation, research, education and horticultural activities. Located at Kottukal near Nellimoodu, the garden covers about 40 acres and lies in the southern part of Thiruvananthapuram district, between the wider tourism areas of Kovalam and Vizhinjam. Its extensive landscape makes it considerably different from a small neighbourhood garden, with a wide collection of agricultural, horticultural, floricultural and medicinal plants maintained across different sections of the property. The garden is known for cultivating and conserving a diverse range of plants, including aquatic species, ornamental plants, flowering varieties, fruit trees, palms, bamboos, ferns, creepers, cacti and other horticultural collections. Its plant displays include water lilies and giant water lilies, orchids, anthuriums, gerberas, roses, bougainvillea, jasmine and other ornamental varieties, while the garden also maintains a substantial medicinal plant section containing hundreds of varieties of medicinal and aromatic plants. This diversity makes Kuzhipallam Botanical Garden relevant to travellers interested in nature, gardening, horticulture and plant conservation rather than simply recreational park activities. The garden also includes nurseries, mist houses, greenhouses and conservatories used for cultivation and propagation, reflecting its role as a horticultural establishment as well as a visitor destination. Its work extends into areas such as plant propagation, biotechnology, training and skill development, with programmes connected with gardening and plant-based activities. The garden has attracted academics, hobby gardeners, growers, nurserymen, landscapers and tourists, making it a useful place for visitors who want to learn more about tropical plants and practical horticulture in Kerala. The landscape itself includes undulating sections and artificial water bodies supporting aquatic plants, creating varied environments within the large garden area. For nature and garden tourism in Thiruvananthapuram, this combination of plant collections, landscaped surroundings and horticultural facilities offers a different experience from the city's conventional museums, beaches and historical attractions. The garden is also included in official nursery-related records, reflecting its role in plant cultivation and nursery activities. Visitors interested in photography can find a variety of subjects among the flowering plants, ornamental collections, water features and landscaped areas, while gardening enthusiasts can explore the different plant groups and cultivation sections. Because the property is a working private botanical and horticultural establishment, visitor access, guided activities, plant sales and other facilities may operate according to the garden's own arrangements, so travellers should confirm current visitor information before making a dedicated trip. Its location near Balaramapuram and Nellimoodu also allows visitors to combine a garden visit with other attractions in the southern Thiruvananthapuram region, including the coastal tourism areas around Kovalam and Vizhinjam. The surrounding landscape reflects the tropical character of southern Kerala, with greenery, agricultural areas and village settlements forming part of the journey to the garden. For travellers exploring Kerala's nature and horticultural attractions, Kuzhipallam Botanical Garden provides an opportunity to experience a large privately managed plant collection while learning about conservation, cultivation and landscaping. Its long history, extensive plant diversity and emphasis on horticultural education give it significance beyond that of an ordinary public park. Overall, Kuzhipallam Botanical Garden and Research Centre at Nellimoodu is a notable botanical and horticultural destination in Thiruvananthapuram, combining plant conservation, research, nursery activities, landscaped scenery and nature-based visitor experiences within a sizeable garden environment.

🚆 Railway: Balaramapuram Railway Station (\~6 km)

✈️ Airport: Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (\~22 km)

🚌 Bus: Nellimoodu Junction / Nellimoodu Bus Stop

🏨 Stay: The Grand Residency / Niharika Homestay / Ayur Wakeup Ayurvedic Treatment & Resort

✅ Notes: The Botanical Garden at Nellimoodu is the 40-acre Kuzhipallam Botanical Garden and Research Centre, known for its extensive ornamental, medicinal, aquatic and horticultural plant collections.