I noticed that several members donated Arum seeds to the newest BX
list. I have some ripening now that I thought I would donate
(different species from those already appearing), but I'd like some
advice about cleaning them for the BX. Should I let them dry and send
them in with the dried pulp, or should I soak them and try to remove
the pulp in a sieve?

It is well to mention that the pulp on aroid seeds can be a skin
irritant, so I'll wear disposable latex gloves if I'm trying to rub
off the soaked pulp. This is a good strategy when one handles a lot
of Helleborus seeds, too.

Jane McGary
Portland, Oregon, USA

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