Medicinal plant lectures 2026: June in-person
The medicinal garden has been designed to be a wonderfully calm space in the centre of London. One of the joys of the garden is its unique and bespoke collections of plants that offer living examples of the history of medicine, ranging from the era of the pyramids of Egypt to today’s life-saving prescription drugs.
The medicinal plant lecture series was started so we could share stories and information about the garden and the history of medicine. We are delighted to host these events 2-3 times throughout the year.
At each event, you can look forward to lectures given by speakers in the field and a tour of the garden for those who attend in-person.
This event can be attended in person at the RCP Regent's Park or online via the RCP Player.
1.30pm - Registration opens
2pm
Welcome
Dr Arjun Devanesan, intensive care physician, philosopher and garden fellow, Royal College of Physicians
2.05pm
The indigenous drugs of India and accusations of quackery
Suzanne Newcombe
3pm - Break (refreshments, handling collection tour in the Treasures room and tours of the garden)
4pm
Colonial circulations of ayurvedic medicinal plants: from Kolkata to Kew
Karen O’Brien-Kop
5pm
End of session
Please note that any presentations shown at this event have been produced by the individual speakers. As such they are not owned by, and do not necessarily represent the views of, the RCP.
Date
1 June 2026
Location
Royal College of Physicians of London, London | Online, 11 St Andrews Place Regent's Park London NW1 4LE
1 June 2026
Royal College of Physicians of London