“Edible Flora: Botanical Art Exhibition”

A FEAST FOR THE EYES AND APPETITE! 🍽️🌺

Flores de Mayo is still underway, and the UP Manila Museum of a History of Ideas is delighted to invite everyone to visit and view its latest temporary exhibit, “Edible Flora,” from May 19 to 30, 2025.

The curatorial concept stems from the increasing gastronomic popularity of flowers. Not only do they make beautiful ornaments, but they also provide health and nutritional benefits. For instance, the pansit-pansitan or ulasimang bato (Peperomia pellucida) has been developed into a gout medication by UP Manila researchers. Meanwhile, the katmon fruit (Dillenia philippinensis) can be used as a souring agent for dishes such as sinigang.

Curated by Dr. Honey Libertine Achanzar-Labor, Special Assistant to the Chancellor, the exhibit features 32 paintings of edible flora by members of the Philippine Botanical Art Society (PhilBAS). The group was founded by UPM BA Philippine Arts alumna, Ms. Bing Famoso, with the mission to revive the botanical art style and to advocate for the conservation of our nation’s endemic plants.
Visit the UPM-MHI now, and perhaps you’ll try these flora for your next meal!

Organized by:
Philippine Botanical Art Society
UP Manila Museum of a History of Ideas
The Faura Project
Special thanks to:
National Commission for Culture and the Arts

Source: UP Manila – Museum Of A History Of Ideas Facebook