Safeguarding Australia’s flora through a national network of germplasm collections
The Australian Seed Bank Partnership is a not-for-profit alliance of 14 organisations, bringing together expertise from Australia’s leading botanic gardens, state environment agencies and NGOs.
Governed by The Council of Heads of Australian Botanic Gardens Inc., we are working on strategic solutions to deal with the multitude of threats facing our biodiversity.
We aim to deliver a national effort that contributes to the conservation of Australia’s native plant diversity through collaborative and sustainable seed collecting, banking, research and knowledge sharing
How we protect the future of Australian flora
Seed Banking
Seed banking is an essential tool for the safe and efficient storage of wild plant genetic material. This cost-effective method for maintaining genetically diverse and representative collections allows our network of seed banks to strategically conserve our diverse Australian flora.
Science and Research
Our seed science endeavours are critical to understanding the biology and ecology of the seeds we collect and for developing specific methodologies for germinating and storing seed. This information also informs restoration projects across the country.
Knowledge sharing
Our national network of experts contribute to the development of policies, programs, research and on‑ground projects that seek to improve biodiversity outcomes. We share our knowledge and expertise through national guidelines and standards, as well as the Australian Virtual Seed Bank portal platform.
Our recent initiatives
Securing the future
Project
A partnership approach to protect priority plants
Grass Roots Giving
Project
Community donations
to bank our native grasslands
Seeds of Hope
Project
Christmas appeal supporting an Endangered species
Australian Virtual
Seed Bank Portal
Repository of seed collections
& germination data
Critically Endangered
Project
Towards the recovery of 10
Critically Endangered flora
The Rare Bloom
Project™
A partnership to conserve
Australian wildflowers
Who we are
The Australian Seed Bank Partnership relies on a strong collaboration with our partners and associates to achieve our vision for a future where Australia’s native plant diversity is valued, understood and conserved for the benefit of all.
Events
Australasian Seed Science Conference 2025
Click to register or submit an abstract
PlantChat Webinar
Click to register for a monthly chat about all things plant conservation!
Our Strategic Plan outlines our commitment to conserve Australia’s native plant diversity through sustainable seed collecting, banking, scientific research, and knowledge sharing. Click the image to read more!
Our Annual Report shares our recent accomplishments, explores our history and provides highlights from the last year. Click the image to read more!
