Diana Chapman wrote, >As for collecting green seed: I have had success with Brodiaea, Triteleia, >Allium and Dichelostemma, as well as Trillium (which actually germinates >better if green). I've noticed that in some members of the Brodiaea complex (Brodiaea, Triteleia, Dichelostemma, and a couple of other small genera), the stems often wither and break away at the base before the seed appears ripe. This is especially marked in the larger species such as Dichelostemma ida-maia. Apparently there is enough moisture in the long, stout stem to support the ripening seeds. So if you pick these "green" you should take the whole stem and keep it until the seeds are ripe. Alstroemeria seed can be harvested when it seems immature, and still germinate. Jane McGary Northwestern Oregon