The BBC has apologised for broadcasting an episode of Gardener's Question Time in which a caller to the Radio 4 show asked for advice on the Rhodochiton volubilis, which he said was "commonly known as the BMW, the black man's willy". Panelists were heard giggling their way through a discussion about the plant. Gardening author Bob Flowerdew admitted he had "only ever seen one close up - and not that colour". Horticulturalist Anne Swithinbank added: "I've never seen one in my life. They don't really like the cold, as you can imagine. They shrivel up and look very unhappy." But some listeners failed to see the funny side, complaining of racist stereotyping and vulgarity by the broadcaster.
They were offended by the black man's willy. How very silly.
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