Why the world's leading aroid expert has dedicated his entire life to these plants
In short: Meet Dr. Thomas B. Croat, a world-renowned taxonomist and curator at the Missouri Botanical Garden. In this segment from Gardening Australia, he shares his lifelong passion for aroids, a plant family that has surged in popularity among Australian gardeners over the last ten years.
Aroids have captivated Australian plant enthusiasts for the past decade, but for Dr. Thomas B. Croat, they represent a career-long pursuit. During a visit to the Royal Botanic Gardens in Sydney, Croat discusses his work as a taxonomist and curator of botany. The segment highlights diverse species including the Titan Arum (Amorphophallus titanum), Anthurium colonicum, Anthurium vittariifolium, and Rhaphidophora hayi.
For those interested in deepening their knowledge, Croat recommends engaging with the Aroid Society of Australia. This resource provides guidance on locating, cultivating, and protecting the natural habitats of these unique plants. This feature appeared in Season 35, Episode 21 of Gardening Australia.
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