At the university science library, visitors will be able to discover a rich exhibition paying homage to the work of Thérésien Cadet.

Disappeared 30 years ago, this discreet man from Tévelave, was a scientist and a man in the field, a visionary, aware of the necessity and urgency to preserve a natural heritage, rich and fragile.

Outside, you will be offered a guided tour of the arboretum, initiated by Thérésien Cadet. This arboretum brings together numerous species of endemic and native flora of Reunion Island. As our island is part of a biodiversity hot spot, with a high rate of endemism, many plant species are currently in danger. This arboretum allows both to preserve rare species of Reunion’s floral heritage and to make it accessible to the uninformed public.

Free guided tours by staff and students of “Fac des Sciences en Transition!” » and the Association “In the footsteps of Thérésien Cadet”.

Saturday September 16 – Departure every hour, from 09:00 a.m. to 16:00 p.m. (last departure).

Flat shoes and anti-mosquito shoes are recommended.

Association “In the footsteps of Thérésien Cadet”

Created in 2022 by volunteers, staff and students from the Faculty of Science and Technology of the University of Reunion, the association “In the footsteps of Thérésien Cadet” aims to raise awareness of the importance of the work of this pioneering botanist, to continue his work by conserving and promoting the plant collections of the Thérésien Cadet arboretum, in partnership with the National Botanical Conservatory of Mascarin.