Andean botanical art in the Ecuadorian Andes
Scientific illustration, conservation and travel in the Cotopaxi páramo.
Art, science and the páramo
Florilegium is a conservation initiative that fuses Andean botanical art, education, and tourism in the majestic Cotopaxi páramo. Through scientific illustrations of native flora, this project celebrates local biodiversity and invites travelers to experience a transformative artistic journey, one that connects them with nature through a deep and mindful lens.
Ten species of the páramo
Each plate is a native species growing around the lodge. Pick one to see it up close.
Inspired by Andean nature
The project was born from the botanical illustration of ten emblematic species from the Andean páramo that grow around our lodge. Each piece represents a native species and is crafted using techniques that highlight the delicate beauty of Andean botanical art.
This fusion of science and art seeks to raise awareness about the importance of preserving Ecuador’s native flora.
Spaces of living art
These botanical illustrations are part of the decor in our lodge’s rooms, offering a unique atmosphere that pays tribute to local plant life. Each space tells a conservation story through art.
Here, Andean botanical art is not just decoration: it is a visual testimony to the rich ecology that surrounds Chilcabamba Lodge.
See roomsMeaningful, responsible keepsakes
Take a piece of this experience home: notebooks, postcards, tote bags, gift kits and art prints with illustrations of native species, designed to reflect the aesthetics of Andean botanical art. 1% of each purchase goes toward protecting páramo flora.
Custom gifts with purpose
If you’d like to share a meaningful experience, we offer custom gift kits with products from our Andean botanical art collection. From a decorative box to a personalized message, we take care of every detail. Orders can be delivered from Quito or purchased directly during your stay at Chilcabamba Lodge.
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Live the experience of Andean botanical art in Cotopaxi
Connecting with the Andean landscape has never been so meaningful. Florilegium not only beautifies spaces: it educates, inspires, and transforms. If you’re looking for an experience that blends art, nature, and purpose, Florilegium is your gateway to Andean botanical art: explore the flora of the páramo, support its conservation, and reconnect with what truly matters.
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