Can Russian Tortoises eat Violet Leaves?
Agrionemys horsfieldii · Viola odorata
Caution
2–3×/week
Specialist resource
ReptiFiles explicitly lists violet as safe for Russian tortoises. Leaves and flowers both edible. Part of natural forage; offer freely as variety plant.
Feeding frequency
DailyWeeklyOccasionalNever
Caution
2–3×/week
HerbivorePlantLow oxalateNot toxic
The short answer
ReptiFiles explicitly lists violet as safe for Russian tortoises. Leaves and flowers both edible. Part of natural forage; offer freely as variety plant.
Feeding it safely
How much / how often
2–3×/week
What's inside
Per 100 g of raw violet leaves
95mg
Calcium
28mg
Phosphorus
3.4:1
Ca:P ratio
Low
Oxalate
1.5g
Protein
2.1g
Fiber
Backed by sources
Specialist resourceReptiFiles – Tortoise & Turtle Care Sheets
Cross-referenceKeeper consensus (multiple sources)
Reviewed by basking_research · June 2026
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