Invasion of the Body Snatchers Part II

I had to chronicle an update on the split leaf philodendron blossom.  It looks like it’s devolving.  This is definitely one of the most unique occurrences in the garden in a long, long time.

Here’s 24 hours worth of photos:

June 7, 2010  8:30pm

June 8, 2010  5:30pm

June 8, 2010  8:30pm

The tip of this hooded thing has curled up like a loofa and the scent has subsided.

I’ve had this plant for years.  I mean years.  When the backyard was remodeled, it was dug up and eventually potted into a gigantic ceramic pot.  The pot is so big and heavy that it’s pretty much where it’s going to stay.  I wonder if transplanting this beast trigger the blossom a year after the fact.  Don’t know.  It’s certainly interesting to watch.

A comment was left on yesterday’s post linking to facts of this fruit.  It is edible; but I’m not touching it.  Especially since it can be poisonous if it’s not ripe enough.  I’ll just enjoy watching the evolution.