E04: Oxford's *uck-Up, AND An Interview With @BotanicalOtter (Colonialism in Plant Collecting?)

In Episode 4, Tanya tries to convince Jos to cure a headache with a disgusting espresso-lemon concoction. And she gets worked up about the "fast fashion" of Christmas plants. We also head deep into the jungles of Borneo for a reality check on what it means to be a modern "Plant Hunter."In this episode:Spilling the Plant Tea:Anthurium Confusion: Jos finally clears up the mess between Anthurium 'Darkest Panama', BVEP, and A. antolakii.Viral Drama: The Oxford University Rafflesia discovery video went viral, but who got erased from the narrative? We discuss the backlash regarding the Indonesian researchers.Feature: The Poinsettias:Why Poinsettias are the ultimate "fast fashion" of the plant world.The Aztec history behind the name (yes, it involves bird poop).Jos rates new Poinsettia cultivars: From 'Freedom Peppermint' to the 'Country Kilts' (the "Red Thai Constellation" of Poinsettias).Interview: Fraser Cook (@BotanicalOtter):Joining us from Borneo, Fraser discusses reclaiming the term "Plant Hunter.""Plant Flexing": Why influencers showing off expensive poached plants is the "Tiger King" energy of horticulture.Fair Trade Plants: Can we get Forest Stewardship Council certification for our houseplants?Overrated/Underrated: Why Anthuriums are oversaturated, and Scindapsus deserves more love.Rate That Weird Plant:The "Cage" Hoya (Hoya decipulae).The "3D Printed" Plant (Aponogeton madagascariensis).The "Penile" Bucket Orchid (Coryanthes) and what Jos sawMentioned in this episode:Guest: Fraser Cook @botanicalotterViral Rafflesia Story: Dr. Chris Thorogood and the Oxford UniversityPlant Provenance: https://plantprovenance.comConnect with us:Email: [email protected]: hortikult.com/podcast