No point leaving the pods, all they're doing is taking energy to create seed, so unless you want the seeds, cut them off.

I agree unless you want to grow the seed. just cut the pods off and leave the stem with as many leaves on it as you can.

If you try to grow them from seed, they take 3-5 years to bloom, so usually only worthwhile to budding plant breeders.

Thank you all for your advice, I did think that was the case but I find I'm second guessing myself sometimes, but I know I can always get the right answer from you guys. Many thanks