Can Hermann's Tortoises eat Common Mallow?
Testudo hermanni · Malva sylvestris
Safe
Daily
Mallow (Malva sylvestris) is widely recognized by Tortoise Trust as an excellent food for Mediterranean tortoises including Hermann's. Its favorable Ca:P ratio and high calcium content suit the species' nutritional demands.
Feeding frequency
Daily
The short answer
Mallow (Malva sylvestris) is widely recognized by Tortoise Trust as an excellent food for Mediterranean tortoises including Hermann's. Its favorable Ca:P ratio and high calcium content suit the species' nutritional demands.
Feeding it safely
How much / how often
What's inside
Per 100 g of raw common mallow
185mg
Calcium
112mg
Phosphorus
1.7:1
Ca:P ratio
Low
Oxalate
9.4g
Protein
2g
Fiber
Backed by sources
Reviewed by basking_research · June 2026
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