I have a stephanotis pod that I would like to attempt to germinate. However I have read the pod must be yellow and split. My pod fell (or perhaps was pulled by a passer by) while it is still green. Will it be ok and shall I leave it by itself? Or does it need the nutrition from the mother plant, or would you suggest opening it now?
Unfortunately, they will not ripen once they come off. Some seeds will continue to ripen, like tomatoes and peppers, but this one will not. You'll have to use a ripe one. These can take several months to ripen. This article will offer information on care:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/stephanotis/stephanotis-plant-care.htm
These small beige spots are on older leaves and no sign of any bugs. Plant next to it bought at the same time is ok, both stephanotis Jasmin.
There is no photo and it doesn't say whether they are inside or outside, but the plant with the spots may be getting more sun than the other and it is leaving some burned spots. These plants can be fussy about their care requirements; they need moist soil and a warm, humid environment. Lack of humidity also can produce beige spots. If there aren't too many leaves with spots, just remove those leaves, and focus on the care tips in the article below:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/stephanotis/stephanotis-plant-care.htm