In this episode of the "Roots and Reach" podcast, MBGNA's Katie Seguin is joined by Jaime Frye, a plant records expert with over 15 years of experience in the botanical world. They delve into the complex issue of problematic plant names, discussing Frye's work coauthoring the report on "Potentially Problematic Common Names in North American Public Gardens." The conversation explores how certain plant names can perpetuate outdated or harmful language and how botanical institutions can navigate these challenges. Tune in to learn more about the ongoing efforts to foster inclusive and respectful plant nomenclature.
Referenced in this episode:
- Potentially Problematic Common Names in North American Public Gardens By Kathryn Downing and Jaime Frye , October 23, 2023
- As Botanists Drop a Racist Plant Name, Some Fear Scientific Confusion By Clarissa Brincat, Aug. 1, 2024
