70+ VENDORS
Shop Browse thousands of rare aroids and other tropical plants in a spacious, climate‑controlled venue. | 8+ SPEAKERS
Learn Hear leading researchers, growers and influencers share practical tips and cutting‑edge science. | 2 DAYS
Connect Take part in workshops, vote for your favorite aroids, and meet collectors from around the world. | 49,000 SQ FT
Celebrate Join our member dinner & live auction, cheer on Aroid Award winners, and toast 48 years of plant passion. |
What is the IAS Tropical Plant Expo?
Hosted by the International Aroid Society, the IAS Tropical Plant Expo is a two‑day celebration that unites collectors, researchers, and growers from around the world to shop, learn, and connect over all things tropical.
IAS Member Exclusives at the Expo(and How Everyone Can Join In!)IAS members enjoy special access—like selling plants or entering the Aroid Awards—yet all Expo guests can join the excitement. Upgrade your visit by joining IAS! Volunteer & Give BackEveryone is Welcome!Roll up your sleeves, meet fellow enthusiasts, and help the Expo bloom!  Member Dinner & Auction An exclusive, ticketed evening for IAS members featuring a lively plant auction and plenty of plant talk. LEARN MORE  Member Sales IAS members offer plants from their personal collections for sale— everyone is welcome to shop these botanical treasures. LEARN MORE  Aroid Awards Everyone can admire the contenders and cast a People’s Choice vote; IAS members can enter their own plants. LEARN MORE
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DISCOVER THIS YEAR'S VENDOR LINE-UP From niche aroid nurseries and specialty tropical growers to artists, soil‑mix pros, and our generous event sponsors—you’ll find everything you need to expand your collection and keep it thriving. |  |
 | PUT YOUR PLANTS & BRAND IN THE SPOTLIGHT Secure a booth inside our climate‑controlled expo hall, meet passionate plant buyers, and tap into months of IAS marketing reach before the doors even open. Prefer extra visibility? Choose a Sponsor package and see your logo on show banners, social blasts, and workshop stages. |
MEET OUR EXPERT SPEAKERS & SIGN-UP FOR A WORKSHOPOur 2025 speaker roster is still sprouting—expect celebrated botanists, creative growers, and industry pros sharing everything from aroid pollination tips to innovative mounting techniques. Sessions fill fast once announced, so check back (or join our mailing list) to snag your spot! VIEW SPEAKER & WORKSHOP LINEUP |
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THANK YOU TO OUR 2024 SPONSORSWe appreciate the support of our Sponsors in making last year's event a success!
RARE PLANT FAIRY 
MONSTERAX 
NEXT WORLD EXOTICS 
TIME TO SPLURGE & PURGE FB GROUP 
THAI EXOTIC GREENERY 
TOLTEC PLANTS 
PALMSTREET 
FONTAINIMAL PLANT HOUSE 
WHATNOT 
SOUTHEAST PLANT SHOW 
SILVER KROME GARDENS 
CHEYDPLANTLADY |
| ©2025 International Aroid Plant Society, Inc., is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, classified as a 509(a)(2) public charity (FEIN 99-2040644). All rights reserved. |
