Alstroemeria AKA Inca or Peruvian Lily

[Ognom]

Are these safe for my enclosure? Are any parts safe (or harmful) for my CDT? We have them in our front yard and they are not only pretty to look at but bloom year round and propagate easily. Would be a nice addition to Timmy's enclosure if they are safe...

Thx,

- tony -

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[wellington]

Check on the tortoisetable.org. I know day Lillie's are fine, but tiger Lillie's aren't. That's all I can help you with.

 

[yagyujubei]

This is a toxic plant. Maybe plant around the border.

 

[Ognom]

This is a toxic plant. Maybe plant around the border.

Yes, I have to assume it's toxic to the CDT. I changed the wording on my searches and found it is...

Characteristics

Family
Alstroemeriaceae (Liliaceae)
Plant Description
Herbaceous perennial with erect stems with alternate, strap-like leaves, narrowed at the base; flowers bilaterally symmetrical with 6 petal-like parts.
Origin
South America.
Where Found
Houseplant or interiorscape; cut flowers in florist arrangements; landscape, in flower garden as tender perennial.
Mode
Dermatitis, eye irritation.
Poisonous Part
All parts.
Symptoms
Skin irritation, with fissures, crusting, blisters, and itching upon contact with cell sap.
Toxic Principle
Glycosides (tuliposides).
Severity
SKIN IRRITATION SEVERE!