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[Geoffrey Tolle <Gtolle0709@wowway.com>]

    I think that it's easier to open the pod, let the seeds dry with 
the pulp on them, then break up the clump of seeds and use them pulp and 
all. If you really want clean seeds, then use the tomato seed method. 
Pull the pulp and seeds out of the pod, mush up the pulp as practical by 
rolling them between your hands, then put them in a bucket of water and 
let the pulp ferment. In a couple of days (depending on the heat and 
level of fermentation), strain the water out of the seeds, mush the 
seeds thoroughly to knock off any loose pulp, put them back in water and 
decant the pulp which should float to the top. You may have to repeat 
these steps several times until you get a nice set of clean seeds. Dry 
them carefully for a week or so, then store them until you plant or give 
them away.

                                                         Geoffrey Tolle

Hilborn.E@epamail.epa.gov wrote:
> I have a productive, tasty Passiflora incarnata vine.  It tastes so good
> that I am collecting seeds from the ripe fruit.  So far, I have tried to
> remove most of the flesh surrounding each seed, then air-dry in a well
> ventilated area.  It is hard to remove all of the flesh.  Will some
> fruit adhering to the seed ruin the seed?
>
> Any tips out there for a production seed harvest?
>
> Betsy Hilborn
> 7a NC
>