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National Herbarium of New South Wales

The National Herbarium of New South Wales is a scientific collection of plant specimens, primarily housed at the Royal Botanic Gardens Sydney. It serves as a vital resource for research, conservation, and education, documenting the rich plant diversity of Australia and beyond. The herbarium preserves dried and pressed plants, along with related information, to study plant species, their distribution, and ecology. It supports efforts to protect endangered plants and better understand ecosystems. Researchers, students, and conservationists access its collections to advance botanical knowledge and promote sustainable plant management.