Introduction to the Aroid Family w/ Tom Croat

Half-assefly edited due to it's length but extensive in its breakdown of this species-rich family which is so prevalent in the houseplant trade, this video interviews the leading expert in the Aroid Family (Araceae), Tom Croat, about the synapomorphies (traits that unite the family, such as flower & inflorescence structure), biogeographical distribution and diversity.

This is the first of a 2-part series on the aroid family filmed at Missouri Botanical Garden. Extensive thanks to Tom Croat and Emily Colletti of Missouri Botanical Garden. Thanks also to my friend Peter Bernhardt, as well as CeCe Santore for tolerating the time it took for me to film this tome.

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