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An arboretum is a botanical garden containing plants, some which are used for botanical study. A botanical garden may contain greenhouses, cacti, herbs and other various plants and shrubs. In the arboretum, trees and shrubs are purposefully cultivated for Scientific and Educational studies. The area may also be protected, as samples may need to be taken and cross breeding introduced.

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