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Can tortoises eat bitter melon?

Momordica charantia

RatingSmall amounts

Only a little, a few times a month

Small amounts, keep frequency low

By species

Tortoises△Use with care, sparingly

Bearded dragons－No rating for this plant in our data

Iguanas－No rating for this plant in our data

Listed for: herbivorous tortoises

Nutrients at a glance

Ca low
Ca:P trend unconfirmed
Fiber moderate

Toxicity: low (avoid bitter compounds and seeds)

How to feed

Part fed: flesh
Prep: remove seeds, small amounts

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Ratings come from REPLA's food plant database (200 plants) and are a general guide. Where nutrient values are not confirmed, we show whether they tend to be high or low. If your animal seems unwell, see a reptile vet.

Updated 2026-10-29 · by RAIXEN · About REPLA · Privacy