Can Hermann's Tortoises eat Jade Plant?
Crassula ovata
Safety verdict
Toxic
Why
[confidence: high] [source: The Tortoise Table plant database (tortoisetable.org.uk) and exotic reptile vet review from a chelonian specialist] Jade Plant (Crassula ovata) is considered toxic to Hermann's Tortoises; it contains bufadienolides and other compounds that can cause gastrointestinal distress, lethargy, and potentially cardiac effects. It should be strictly excluded from the diet of this herbivorous species.
How much / how often
None — avoid entirely
Preparation
Do not offer in any form; remove from any enclosure or grazing area accessible to the tortoise
Reviewed by admin on May 2026
Not veterinary advice. This information is for educational purposes. Always consult a qualified exotic animal veterinarian for guidance specific to your pet.