Seed Pods on Japanese Lily: Remove to Save Energy

A gardener's yellow Japanese lily produced sectional pod-like structures instead of flowers, after blooming well last year. Asked if pods should be removed.

Clarification

Tom noted two plants called Japanese lily: Lilium speciosum and Rohdea japonica (which has berry-like pods). He asked for a description. If the pods are at stem tips, they're likely flower buds about to open—don't remove. If they're seed pods (e.g., Rohdea), remove to conserve plant energy.

Distinguish between flower buds and seed pods; only remove the latter.