| Public functions | Collection & proliferation | Collection and proliferation of various plant resources |
| Preservation | Preservation of plant species and natural soil |
| Research | Plant-related research |
| Exhibition | Exhibition of various plant resources |
| Education | Plant culture and gardening education for various age groups |
| Recreation & tourism | Recreation and tourism in nature |
| Value type | Use value | Utility obtained by cost, time, or effort, including direct or indirect benefits from the consumer |
| Nonuse value | Value that is not related to current use or future availability |
| Existence value | Value as the existence of specific public goods |
| Optional value | Value given to secure future use of certain public goods |
| Heritage value | Value to preserve future generations to use certain public goods |