{"id":3842,"date":"2023-08-16T20:06:44","date_gmt":"2023-08-16T14:06:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jeffreyyounggren.com\/?p=3842"},"modified":"2023-08-16T20:06:48","modified_gmt":"2023-08-16T14:06:48","slug":"can-bearded-dragons-eat-haworthia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jeffreyyounggren.com\/can-bearded-dragons-eat-haworthia\/","title":{"rendered":"Can Bearded Dragons Eat Haworthia?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"gspb_infoBox-id-gsbp-c37bf484-7261\" class=\"gspb_infoBox gspb_infoBox-id-gsbp-c37bf484-7261 wp-block-greenshift-blocks-infobox\"><div class=\"gs-box update_type \"><div class=\"gs-box-icon\"><\/div><div class=\"gs-box-text\">\n<p><strong>Yes<\/strong>, bearded dragons <strong>can eat<\/strong> Haworthia plants. Haworthia plants are succulents that are safe for bearded dragons to eat.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>While some plants like jade and aloe vera can be harmful to bearded dragons if consumed, Haworthia plants are not toxic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is important to note that bearded dragons primarily eat insects and should not rely on plants as their main source of food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Haworthia cooperi and Haworthia reinwardtii are two of the most widely available and well-suited species for a bearded dragon habitat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These plants are hardy, easy to maintain, and harmless to bearded dragons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bearded dragons are not likely to eat these plants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gspb_toc-id-gsbp-216be0aa-4c4b\" class=\"gs-toc gspb_toc-id-gsbp-216be0aa-4c4b wp-block-greenshift-blocks-toc\" itemscope itemtype=\"\"><div class=\"gs-autolist\"><div class=\"gs-autolist-item\" itemscope><span class=\"gs-autolist-number\">1<\/span><span class=\"gs-autolist-title\"><meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Is It Recommended To Feed Haworthia To Bearded Dragons?\"\/><a class=\"gs-scrollto\" href=\"#is-it-recommended-to-feed-haworthia-to-bearded-dragons\">Is It Recommended To Feed Haworthia To Bearded Dragons?<\/a><\/span><\/div><div class=\"gs-autolist-item\" itemscope><span class=\"gs-autolist-number\">2<\/span><span class=\"gs-autolist-title\"><meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Is Haworthia The Only Safe Plant For Bearded Dragons?\"\/><a class=\"gs-scrollto\" href=\"#is-haworthia-the-only-safe-plant-for-bearded-dragons\">Is Haworthia The Only Safe Plant For Bearded Dragons?<\/a><\/span><\/div><div class=\"gs-autolist-item\" itemscope><span class=\"gs-autolist-number\">3<\/span><span class=\"gs-autolist-title\"><meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Is Haworthia Succulent Toxic?\"\/><a class=\"gs-scrollto\" href=\"#is-haworthia-succulent-toxic\">Is Haworthia Succulent Toxic?<\/a><\/span><\/div><div class=\"gs-autolist-item\" itemscope><span class=\"gs-autolist-number\">4<\/span><span class=\"gs-autolist-title\"><meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Can You Put Haworthia In A Terrarium?\"\/><a class=\"gs-scrollto\" href=\"#can-you-put-haworthia-in-a-terrarium\">Can You Put Haworthia In A Terrarium?<\/a><\/span><\/div><div class=\"gs-autolist-item\" itemscope><span class=\"gs-autolist-number\">5<\/span><span class=\"gs-autolist-title\"><meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Safe Alternatives Of Haworthia For Beardies\"\/><a class=\"gs-scrollto\" href=\"#safe-alternatives-of-haworthia-for-beardies\">Safe Alternatives Of Haworthia For Beardies<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"is-it-recommended-to-feed-haworthia-to-bearded-dragons\">Is It Recommended To Feed Haworthia To Bearded Dragons?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"591\" src=\"https:\/\/jeffreyyounggren.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Is-It-Recommended-To-Feed-Haworthia-To-Bearded-Dragons-1024x591.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3867\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jeffreyyounggren.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Is-It-Recommended-To-Feed-Haworthia-To-Bearded-Dragons-1024x591.webp 1024w, https:\/\/jeffreyyounggren.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Is-It-Recommended-To-Feed-Haworthia-To-Bearded-Dragons-300x173.webp 300w, https:\/\/jeffreyyounggren.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Is-It-Recommended-To-Feed-Haworthia-To-Bearded-Dragons-768x443.webp 768w, https:\/\/jeffreyyounggren.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Is-It-Recommended-To-Feed-Haworthia-To-Bearded-Dragons-1536x886.webp 1536w, https:\/\/jeffreyyounggren.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Is-It-Recommended-To-Feed-Haworthia-To-Bearded-Dragons.webp 1664w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A bearded dragon&#8217;s terrarium is its home and the plants it contains are an essential part of creating a safe, comfortable environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Haworthia is one type of plant that often gets talked about in connection with bearded dragons, but is it actually recommended to feed haworthia to this reptile?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When considering what food or plants can be added to a bearded dragon\u2019s habitat, safety must always come first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The variety and quality of the items offered should also be kept in mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These special lizards need access to all nutrients, minerals, and vitamins which they would find in nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It turns out that Haworthia is not necessarily the best option for these creatures due to its low nutrition content; other alternatives may provide more beneficial results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As such, while \u2018Haworthia feeding\u2019 might seem like a good idea on paper &#8211; when taking everything into account it appears better options exist for giving your bearded dragon a balanced diet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"is-haworthia-the-only-safe-plant-for-bearded-dragons\">Is Haworthia The Only Safe Plant For Bearded Dragons?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>While Haworthia succulents are a safe addition to the diet of your bearded dragon, they should not be the only plant in their diet.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is important to provide variety with other edible plants and vegetables that can supplement their nutrition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bearded dragons must have a balanced diet that includes leafy greens, vegetables, insects, and even occasional fruits as well as some vegetation like Haworthia succulents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you&#8217;re choosing plants for your bearded dragon&#8217;s enclosure, look for varieties that offer both vitamins and minerals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many types of lettuce, kale, spinach, broccoli, endive, and turnip greens are all great options for providing essential nutrients like calcium and Vitamin A.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You may also want to consider adding edible flowers such as dandelions or hibiscus petals into their diets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These will help add much-needed color and texture to the meal while still being safe for consumption by your bearded dragon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By incorporating these different elements into your reptile\u2019s meals you will ensure they get a wide variety of foods that meet all their dietary needs safely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"is-haworthia-succulent-toxic\">Is Haworthia Succulent Toxic?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No, Haworthia succulents are not toxic. They are safe for cats, dogs, and humans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is a quick rundown on what we know about Haworthia succulent safety:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gspb_infoBox-id-gsbp-d04319f2-8f62\" class=\"gspb_infoBox gspb_infoBox-id-gsbp-d04319f2-8f62 wp-block-greenshift-blocks-infobox\"><div class=\"gs-box info_type icon_type\"><div class=\"gs-box-icon\"><svg x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"> <g><g> <path d=\"M256,0C114.497,0,0,114.507,0,256c0,141.503,114.507,256,256,256c141.503,0,256-114.507,256-256 C512,114.497,397.492,0,256,0z M256,472c-119.393,0-216-96.615-216-216c0-119.393,96.615-216,216-216 c119.393,0,216,96.615,216,216C472,375.393,375.384,472,256,472z\"><\/path> <\/g> <\/g> <g> <g> <path d=\"M256,214.33c-11.046,0-20,8.954-20,20v128.793c0,11.046,8.954,20,20,20s20-8.955,20-20.001V234.33 C276,223.284,267.046,214.33,256,214.33z\"><\/path> <\/g> <\/g> <g> <g> <circle cx=\"256\" cy=\"162.84\" r=\"27\"><\/circle> <\/g> <\/g> <\/svg><\/div><div class=\"gs-box-text\">\n<ul>\n<li>It is generally safe to touch with bare hands but may irritate the skin due to its spiky texture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eating these plants should be avoided as their edibility has not been confirmed by tests conducted on animals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If ingested, contact your doctor right away as symptoms such as vomiting and nausea could occur.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Although Haworthia succulents present gorgeous colors that attract attention, it&#8217;s best to keep them out of reach from children and pets who might want to take a bite out of one without knowing better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The safest way to enjoy these beautiful plants is simply admiring them visually while keeping them far away from mouths.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"can-you-put-haworthia-in-a-terrarium\">Can You Put Haworthia In A Terrarium?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"591\" src=\"https:\/\/jeffreyyounggren.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Can-You-Put-Haworthia-In-A-Terrarium-1024x591.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3869\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jeffreyyounggren.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Can-You-Put-Haworthia-In-A-Terrarium-1024x591.webp 1024w, https:\/\/jeffreyyounggren.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Can-You-Put-Haworthia-In-A-Terrarium-300x173.webp 300w, https:\/\/jeffreyyounggren.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Can-You-Put-Haworthia-In-A-Terrarium-768x443.webp 768w, https:\/\/jeffreyyounggren.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Can-You-Put-Haworthia-In-A-Terrarium-1536x886.webp 1536w, https:\/\/jeffreyyounggren.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Can-You-Put-Haworthia-In-A-Terrarium.webp 1664w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Haworthia is a great choice for adding to your terrarium, whether it be for a bearded dragon or other reptiles.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>It&#8217;s low-maintenance and requires minimal care, making it ideal for terrariums.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Plus, its unique texture and shape make it an attractive addition to any terrarium setup.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To ensure the health of Haworthia in your terrarium, you&#8217;ll need to choose the right soil and provide adequate light and temperature levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure that your terrarium plants receive six hours of indirect sunlight per day; too much direct sun can cause scorching on the leaves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You should also use a well-draining soil mix specifically designed for succulent plants like Haworthia, as this will prevent root rot caused by overwatering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, keep temperatures between 65 &#8211; 75 degrees Fahrenheit (18 &#8211; 23 degrees Celsius) with moderate humidity levels of around 50%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With these conditions met, Haworthia will thrive in the perfect Haworthia terrarium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"safe-alternatives-of-haworthia-for-beardies\">Safe Alternatives Of Haworthia For Beardies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"591\" src=\"https:\/\/jeffreyyounggren.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Safe-Alternatives-Of-Haworthia-For-Beardies-1024x591.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3868\" srcset=\"https:\/\/jeffreyyounggren.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Safe-Alternatives-Of-Haworthia-For-Beardies-1024x591.webp 1024w, https:\/\/jeffreyyounggren.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Safe-Alternatives-Of-Haworthia-For-Beardies-300x173.webp 300w, https:\/\/jeffreyyounggren.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Safe-Alternatives-Of-Haworthia-For-Beardies-768x443.webp 768w, https:\/\/jeffreyyounggren.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Safe-Alternatives-Of-Haworthia-For-Beardies-1536x886.webp 1536w, https:\/\/jeffreyyounggren.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Safe-Alternatives-Of-Haworthia-For-Beardies.webp 1664w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gspb_infoBox-id-gsbp-294af002-51f3\" class=\"gspb_infoBox gspb_infoBox-id-gsbp-294af002-51f3 wp-block-greenshift-blocks-infobox\"><div class=\"gs-box info_type icon_type\"><div class=\"gs-box-icon\"><svg x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"> <g><g> <path d=\"M256,0C114.497,0,0,114.507,0,256c0,141.503,114.507,256,256,256c141.503,0,256-114.507,256-256 C512,114.497,397.492,0,256,0z M256,472c-119.393,0-216-96.615-216-216c0-119.393,96.615-216,216-216 c119.393,0,216,96.615,216,216C472,375.393,375.384,472,256,472z\"><\/path> <\/g> <\/g> <g> <g> <path d=\"M256,214.33c-11.046,0-20,8.954-20,20v128.793c0,11.046,8.954,20,20,20s20-8.955,20-20.001V234.33 C276,223.284,267.046,214.33,256,214.33z\"><\/path> <\/g> <\/g> <g> <g> <circle cx=\"256\" cy=\"162.84\" r=\"27\"><\/circle> <\/g> <\/g> <\/svg><\/div><div class=\"gs-box-text\">\n<ul>\n<li>Opuntia<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sedum<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kalanchoe<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Aeonium<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sansevieria<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Crassula<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Echeveria<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Haworthia fasciata<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pachyphytum<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Graptopetalum<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Another great alternative for beardies is the Aloe Vera plant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a type of succulent that is a great source of nutrition for your beardie, as it can provide many important vitamins and minerals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is also very easy to propagate and keep alive, making it a great choice for bearded dragon owners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Aloe Vera can also be used for medicinal purposes, as it can help to soothe and heal minor cuts, scrapes, and burns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is also extremely low-maintenance and can live for years under the right conditions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While some plants like jade and aloe vera can be harmful to bearded dragons if consumed, Haworthia plants are not toxic. 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