Botany Board Game by Dux Somnium Games | Victorian Flower Hunting for Plant Lovers | 1-5 Players, Ages 8+

Experience Botany

Step into the Victorian era as a plant hunter, traveling the world in pursuit of fame, fortune, and the coveted Queen's Prize in Botany. The game blends discovery with strategic choices, offering a richly textured journey through historic flora and fictional intrigue that feels both cinematic and tactile.

What makes Botany stand out

Based on real-life inspirations, Botany weaves characters and events into a globe-spanning narrative. Players chart routes, meet rivals, and collect specimens, all while guided by simple rules that keep the focus on strategy and storytelling instead of lengthy setup.

• Globe-spanning hunt for iconic blooms that fuels exploration and imagination
• Characters and events grounded in history to spark curiosity without claiming certainty
• Simple to learn, quick to start, with intuitive turns that welcome new players

As you advance, the journey is as much about atmosphere as it is about scoring. Vivid illustrations and thoughtfully designed components evoke Victorian bookplates, hand-drawn maps, and carefully labeled flora, delivering a tactile, museum-worthy feel that invites hands-on play.

Play experience and pacing

Botany supports 1-5 players with an approachable playtime profile of roughly 45 to 90 minutes. The pacing adapts to your group, making it suitable for a relaxed family night or a quick gathering with friends who enjoy light-to-moderate strategy and world-building flavor.

• 1-5 players; ages 8 and up
• Average playtime around 45–90 minutes
• Heirloom-quality materials and detailed illustrations for lasting enjoyment

Quality you can feel

The game emphasizes durability and aesthetics. Components are crafted to feel substantial, with tactile cards and artful maps that echo the era’s curiosity and meticulous record-keeping. This makes Botany not just a game, but a keepsake for collectors and plant lovers alike.

What you get and who it’s for

Whether you’re planning a family game night, a casual get-together, or a classroom-style discussion about exploration and natural history, Botany offers a flexible, engaging experience. It invites players to imagine, debate, and collaborate as they pursue thematic goals—without promising guaranteed outcomes, but with meaningful possibilities each session.

• Ideal for families, friends, and curious players
• Great for plant lovers and strategy enthusiasts
• Produces replayable scenarios through varied routes and events