International Aroid Society
EducationCalifornia, United States2-10 Employees
Founded in 1977, the International Aroid Society (IAS) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and the global authority on the plant family Araceae. As the official International Cultivar Registration Authority (ICRA), we serve as a professional bridge between the botanical community and the world of tropical horticulture. Our mission is to foster a global network where scholarly expertise and enthusiastic passion coexist. The IAS serves as a knowledge hub, providing our members with authoritative resources such as our esteemed peer-reviewed journal, Aroideana, and comprehensive digital archives designed to guide users through species identification and nomenclature with clarity and precision. Each year, the IAS hosts one of the world’s largest gatherings of aroid experts and enthusiasts: IAS TROPICAL PLANT EXPO. This hallmark international event in Miami serves as the focal point for our community, featuring lectures and workshops led by world-renowned botanists and other experts, a curated marketplace connecting leading international nurseries with collectors, and our annual Rare Plant Auction. This auction generates the critical funding necessary to support global research grants, conservation efforts, and educational initiatives. By facilitating the exchange of information and supporting the work of researchers worldwide, we ensure that the study of aroids contributes to the preservation of their natural habitats. Whether you are a career botanist, a commercial grower, or a dedicated hobbyist, the IAS provides the comprehensive information and community network necessary to advance your passion. Join us in our mission to explore, explain, and preserve the world of aroids. Learn more at https://aroid.org.
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