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I have available seeds of crosnes (pronounced crone). I am willing to trade for a ping I do not have or an epiphytic Utricularia start or possibly sell some.

It took me a long time to find these years ago, so I think they are special. They are probably easier to find now. I have had a small patch growing for years now. They are hardy to at least zone 5.

Crosnes is not a cp, but is a gourmet root vegetable, apparently rare here in the US. It is sweet, nutty, crunchy and looks like a small wriggly grub. My tubers get to about 1.5". This plant is easily grown in a 10" pot and likes moist soil. That will not produce a huge crop, but enough for an occasional treat. They make for a "tasty" practical joke. Flash a few in the hand and say look at these grubs I found, them pop them in the mouth. Chew and watch the reaction... (apologies, I did not invent this)

Crosnes attained some popularity a while back as a fancy, gourmet treat at some restaurants. I eat them raw and find them quite good. I never can get a large enough patch growing, since my area tends to be a little more dry than they prefer. Otherwise easy to grow.

Dean, are you listening??

Aahhh, the Chinese Artichoke. They taste more like water chestnuts to me, and look great in a stir fry. It's especially fun to serve guests this stir fry without warning as it does look like you just served up some tasty grubs.
I don't have any epiphytic Utrics, but I do have a Ping coming out of summer dormancy, P. Emarginata x Juamavensis. It's producing some big leaves that are ripe for pulling. Would you be interested?
If not, what price are you asking for the seeds?

How about I just send some to the humoresque manager of the seed bank? as thanks for past services? I have more I can collect.

That could work. I don't think I have enough time this year to grow them big enough to get tubers, but I can always put them down next Spring. I have a good place in mind.
Thank you.