Moss rose?

[Scooter]

Is moss rose ok for tortoises? I thought it would be nice in their enclosure. here are some pictures of it, thanks.

[Kristina]

I believe that moss rose contains toxic levels of oxalic acid.

[terryo]

Portulaca (moss rose) ?) is a native food source for African species. It grows all over my yard and re-seeds itself every year.

[Scooter]

(04-21-2010 12:34 PM)terryo Wrote:  Portulaca (moss rose) ?) is a native food source for African species. It grows all over my yard and re-seeds itself every year.

Do any of your tortoises eat it?

[terryo]

I only have one Cherry Head, and he never eats much in the yard, but I've seen him eat the flowers once or twice. It is on this list that I always use. I use it for my boxies too.
http://www.africantortoise.com/edible_landscaping.htm

[Scooter]

Great! Thanks Terry!