15/09/2026
From Kew Gardens in London to the forests of Mindanao 🌿
A wonderful evening at 3Fern with Dr. Martin, who is here in Mindanao to share his knowledge on Nepenthes (pitcher plants) and conduct field surveys in one of our forest mountains in the coming days.
Over dinner, we had fascinating conversations about Nepenthes, the incredible diversity of Philippine flora and fauna, and how fortunate we are to have such an abundance of tropical fruits right at our doorstep — things we sometimes take for granted but are truly special from a global perspective.
It also brought back memories of our visit to the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew in London, where we saw firsthand the amazing work being done in plant research, conservation and the management of one of the world’s most remarkable botanical collections.
From Kew to the forests of Mindanao, it’s a wonderful reminder of just how much there is to discover, appreciate and protect in the natural world around us. 🌱
Looking forward to tomorrow’s lecture and to hearing what the field surveys uncover in the days ahead.
Welcome to 3Fern, Dr. Martin!