Tillandsia?

[fifthdawn]

I'm thinking about ordering live Tillandsia for decoration in my enclosure. Is it bad in any way if my redfoots eat it, or will they even eat it? It doesn't look very "leafy" since those plants look very thick.

 

[Yvonne G]

I doubt it would be harmful. The only thing about its toxicity I could find was this: "Tillandsia is a primary ingredient in Allerplex, a Standard Process herbal supplement to treat pollen allergies." If I'm remembering correctly, you have a redfoot, right? Since the Tillandsia is an "air plant," it should do quite well in your tortoise habitat, as they get their nutrients from the air rather than the soil.

Yvonne

 

[fifthdawn]

Yep, only problem I found was that my RFs dont have a UVB light. I'm not sure how that'll effet my Tillandsias. But other than that, they seem like real nice decorations.