Rattlesnake Orchid Goodyera pubescens seed

[melbee]

Hi
can any one suggest when would be the best time to take the seed from this Rattlesnake Orchid  Goodyera pubescens. It looks ready now to me .I don't want to leave it too long or all the seeds will end up on the greenhouse floor like last times

I hope the image has stuck to the paper and its big enough to see   
Regards
Mel

[Carlo]

Too early (at least by the picture).... The capsule will not dehisce until it has yellowed and begun to dry--that's when it's time. Keep in mind that sowing and germinating orchid seed is among the most demanding of horticultural pursuits and usually done in sterile laboratory conditions.

[melbee]

Hi Carlo
Thanks for that information .Would you be able to estimate how long untill I am able to harvest .The time when the seeds are not ready to where they have disappeared all over the floor seems to be quite narrow .
I love orchids especially the ones that grow in England .I have quite a few Rattlesnake orchids but only two that have gone to seed .I will probably keep the seeds or sell them on I haven't really thought about it .I will have to harvest them first that could limit my options .
The challenge of growing orchid seed I will take up and give it a go  as soon as I get time .It sounds really interesting
Thanks
Mel