Tulip naming marks 200 years of Colombia–Netherlands diplomatic relations

On 19 March 2026, a new tulip variety named Kosmo Quynza was officially baptized at the Jardín Botánico de Bogotá in Bogotá. The ceremony took place in the Biodiversario of the botanical garden and formed part of the celebrations marking 200 years of diplomatic relations between Colombia and The Kingdom of the Netherlands.

The event brought together partners from the agricultural sector, government, academia and business, as well as stakeholders who collaborate closely with the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands and the Dutch agricultural network in Colombia. Representatives from sectors such as avocado, coffee, flowers, land use and forestry were present, reflecting the broad range of activities and projects developed together with local partners.

Ambassadors and representatives from other European Union embassies also attended, highlighting the importance of international cooperation in strengthening sustainable development.

The tulip was baptized by Reina Buijs, Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to Colombia, together with María Claudia García Dávila, Director of the Jardín Botánico de Bogotá, and Paula Andrea Cerón Arboleda, Vice Minister of Migratory Affairs, Consular Affairs and International Protection at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Colombia. The ceremony was moderated by Léontine Crisson, Agricultural Counsellor.