Hello Arif & Janet,
One of the reasons I am adding worms is they process organic matter & have the beneficial soil microorganisms in them. I use an artificial fertilizer, but I use it very sparingly. My soil is being changed as I learn more about these plants, & it is paying off. Some that I just collected are putting out inflorescence again. I just collected pollen off my "spotted friend" which I plan to pollinate another of the same species (I hope) with in the next few days. I am still waiting for one of my plants to open the leaf it had when I collected it so I can try for an ID. I think it has an inflorescence as well.
Ahh Arif, the fruit of all aroids (that I know of) is toxic except for the Monstera deliciosa, & some of the elephant ear types. The elephant ears are also called taro, & the root is eaten like a potato. Some require extensive cooking, & others are not toxic to start. I have 4 varieties of edible taro in my collection. They call them papa-china here which translates to Chinese potato.
Sincerely,
Noel
