The institute carries out botanical, horticultural and chemical research for plant improvement and utilization; and offers facilities for the improvement of ornamental plants and propagation in the larger context of the establishment of nursery and flower trade. The cultivation and culturing of plants of India/other countries with comparable climatic condition for the economic benefit of Kerala/India is also taken care.
The institute undertakes research in plant biology, gardening, and chemistry to boost plant development and application; it also provides facilities for cultivating ornamental plants and propagating them as part of a larger nursery and flower trade initiative. Furthermore, the institute handles the cultivation and breeding of plants from India/other countries with comparable climates to generate economic benefits for Kerala/India.