Butterfly Garden at Sree Narayana College, Chempazhanthy

• 05-06-2025

Report on Butterfly Garden Development

S.N. College, Chempazhanthy

Supported by Bhoomithrasena Club

A butterfly garden was initiated at S.N. College, Chempazhanthy, with the wholehearted support of the Bhoomithrasena Club. The initiative was coordinated by Dr. Binushma Raju, along with teacher members and a dedicated group of student volunteers. The primary objective was to promote biodiversity on campus and create awareness about butterfly conservation among students.

The garden development work began on 29th March, during the summer vacation. Despite the harsh summer conditions and intermittent rainfall, the team continued their work with determination. Our gardener offered consistent support in planting and watering, ensuring the plants had the best chance to grow. Some plants dried out or were damaged by heavy rains, but many survived and have begun to flourish.

The plants selected for the garden were chosen not only to attract butterflies through their bright, nectar-rich flowers but also to support butterfly breeding by serving as host plants for caterpillars. Among the species planted were curry leaves (Murraya koenigii), which act as a host plant for the Common Mormon butterfly. Other flowering plants selected for their ability to attract butterflies included rose (Rosa sp.), rosanda (Asystasia or similar flowering plant), ixora (Ixora coccinea), Sri Lankan jasmine (Jasminum species), Allamanda species, lantana (Lantana camara), and catharanthus (Catharanthus roseus).

A notable contribution was made by Ms. Abhima, a final-year B.Sc. Zoology student, who prepared and installed the butterfly garden nameboard. She also added a beautiful clay butterfly to the board, giving it a creative and artistic finish.

As the plants began to establish themselves, several butterflies and dragonflies were seen visiting the garden, creating a beautiful and peaceful scene that brought joy to all who witnessed it. The garden has quickly become a space of natural beauty, observation, and education.

Though still small in scale, the butterfly garden stands as a testament to the college's commitment to ecological awareness and conservation. It is not only a sanctuary for butterflies but also a hands-on learning space for students and a source of inspiration for future environmental initiatives.

Programme Expenditure

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