Telling stories through art
The Grootbos Florilegium brings together over 44 highly acclaimed local and international botanical artists who have a passion for telling stories through art. To create these marvellous art pieces, artists work from live specimens to gain a deep understanding of each plant’s unique anatomical structure before applying their unique drawing skills.

Vicki Thomas
Flora has always been cherished as part of the Grootbos philosophy, which is why a celebration of the Cape Floral Kingdom’s botanical wonders was a perfect fit for us. The florilegium was born to capture the region’s unique biodiversity and share it with the world. The botanical portraits carry the stories of the specimens and their environment, and are intended to inspire people to conserve and promote the region’s wondrous ecosystem.

Christiaan Lochner
The florilegium aligns with the greater Grootbos mission to change global thinking through educational and conservation-based initiatives. By growing a community of passionate individuals, Grootbos aims to inspire others to join their custodial efforts. Together, we become partners in the mission to preserve and protect the botanical legacy flourishing around us, and promote it for others to share in this remarkable journey.
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As we continue to fulfil our purpose, Grootbos is thrilled to share an exciting range of upcoming initiatives.

Andreas Hentrich

Anita Sachs

Ann Harris-Deppe

Ann Norris

Basia Swiel

Carol Reddick

Carol Woodin

Cecilia Pienaar

Christiaan Lochner

Daleen Roodt

Deborah Shaw

Elbé Joubert

Gail de Smidt
Gillian Foster

Helen Allen

Isabelita van Zyl

Jee-Yeon Koo

Jenny Hyde-Johnson

Jenny Malcolm

Jenny Pharaoh

Julie Ah-Fa

Laura Silburn

Liberty Shuro

Lucilla Carcano

Lynda De Wet

Margaret de Villiers

Maria de Rezende

Marian Binder

Marilyn Noakes

Martine Robinson

Mary Hann

Mary Kydd

Mieko Ishikawa

Neeske Alexander

Sandie Burrows

Shirley Slocock

Sibonelo Chiliza

Susan Abraham

Vicki Thomas

Wendy Burchell

Willie Schlechter
Explore the legacy of the Grootbos Florilegium
Where the natural splendour captured in every artwork is an expression of the Grootbos purpose.