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Can Hermann's Tortoises eat Mustard Greens?

Testudo hermanni · Brassica juncea

Caution

2–3 times per week maximum

The Tortoise Table

Goitrogenic. Excellent nutrients but limit frequency like other Brassica greens.

Feeding frequency

DailyWeeklyOccasionalNever
Caution

2–3 times per week maximum

HerbivoreLeafy greenLow oxalateNot toxic

The short answer

Goitrogenic. Excellent nutrients but limit frequency like other Brassica greens.

Feeding it safely

How much / how often

2–3 times per week maximum.

What's inside

Per 100 g of raw mustard greens

115mg

Calcium

58mg

Phosphorus

2.0:1

Ca:P ratio

Low

Oxalate

2.9g

Protein

3.2g

Fiber

Backed by sources

The Tortoise TableThe Tortoise Table

Brassica juncea — caution. Goitrogenic.

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