An exhibition teaching the differences between spring edible wild plants and poisonous plants, the “Spring Wild Plant Exhibition,” began on the 24th at the medicinal plant garden (Kita 19 Nishi 12) inside the Hokkaido Institute of Public Health in Sapporo’s Kita Ward. Aconite, which caused the fatal poisoning of a man in the Iburi region on the 1st of this month, is also on display, urging caution.

Medicinal Plant Garden (Kita 19 Nishi 12)

The Medicinal Plant Garden at Kita 19 Nishi 12 in Sapporo, Japan, is a specialized botanical garden dedicated to the cultivation and study of plants with medicinal properties. Established as part of Hokkaido University’s botanical research facilities, it has a history rooted in the university’s early pharmaceutical and agricultural studies since the late 19th century. The garden serves both educational and conservation purposes, showcasing a diverse collection of herbs and plants used in traditional and modern medicine.

Hokkaido Institute of Public Health

The Hokkaido Institute of Public Health is a research facility in Sapporo, Japan, dedicated to advancing public health through scientific studies and disease prevention. Established in 1950, it has played a key role in monitoring infectious diseases, environmental health, and food safety across Hokkaido. The institute supports regional health policy and contributes to national public health efforts through its research and testing services.

Medicinal Plant Garden (Kita 19 Nishi 12)

The Medicinal Plant Garden, located at Kita 19 Nishi 12 in Sapporo, Japan, is a specialized botanical garden established to cultivate and study plants with medicinal properties. It serves as an educational and research resource, often associated with Hokkaido University’s Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, highlighting the region’s history of herbal medicine and pharmacological studies. The garden offers visitors a chance to learn about traditional and modern uses of various healing plants.

Hokkaido Institute of Public Health

The Hokkaido Institute of Public Health is a research facility in Japan dedicated to protecting public health through scientific study and disease prevention. Established in the early 20th century, it has played a key role in addressing regional health challenges, including infectious disease control and environmental health monitoring. Its work supports both local communities and broader public health policy in Hokkaido.