Data & Decision-Making

National center for collecting and analyzing biodiversity data to support conservation and public health.

Data is our primary tool. Before planting, treating, or planning landscapes, we must understand. The Jardin Botanique des Cayes turns field observations into structured databases. These datasets help government agencies, institutions, and researchers make evidence-based decisions for ecosystem survival and public health safety.

Floristic Inventory & Taxonomy

Biodiversity & Ecosystems

We conduct a comprehensive inventory of the flora of Haiti’s Grand Sud. Each plant is identified, georeferenced, and classified using international standards (APG IV) to guide restoration and reforestation actions.

Taxonomy Accurate botanical identification, family/genus updates, and management of the National Herbarium.
IUCN Status Assessment of threatened species (CR, EN, VU) to prioritize urgent conservation measures.
Mapping Delineation of Key Biodiversity Areas (KBA) and monitoring of critical habitats (mangroves, dry forests).
Invasive Species Tracking the spread of non-native species that threaten agriculture and native flora.

Ethnobotany & Pharmacognosy

Human Health & Herbal Medicine

Most Haitians rely on medicinal plants. Our goal is to make these practices safer by scientifically validating traditional uses and identifying toxicity risks.

Ethnobotany Documentation of local knowledge: which plants are used, for which conditions, and at what doses.
Toxicology Critical data: Identification of toxic plants often confused with remedies to prevent severe poisoning.
Phytochemistry Analysis of active compounds to evaluate the real effectiveness of traditional treatments.
Nutrition Promotion of underused edible plants (wild and traditional foods) to address malnutrition.

Modeling & Resilience

Climate & Territory

With climate change, planting at random no longer works. We use data to model Haiti’s ecological future and propose durable, locally adapted solutions.

Modeling Projection of future ecological niches: which species will persist in 10, 20, or 50 years?
Resilience Identification of species resistant to hurricanes and prolonged droughts.
Soils & Water Selection of plants for soil stabilization (anti-erosion) and watershed protection.

Access to Scientific Data

Our databases are open to institutional, academic, and governmental collaborations.

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