Chameleon ate a peace lily leaf
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Here is what I found online. Nothing specific to chams.
The presence of peace lily and dogs can be an unfriendly equation. Is peace lily toxic to dogs? All parts of the plant, from stems to leaves and even the attractive blooms, contain an irritating toxin that can be dangerous to man’s best friend, so it is best to remove or fence off an area where peace lilies grow.
Peace lily isn't technically poisonous, but it contains a compound that can be extremely bothersome to pets, children and even an adult if consumed. Even the pollen from the spadix can cause oral irritation if licked off fur and paws. The culprit is the presence of calcium oxalate crystals.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/peace-lily/is-peace-lily-toxic-to-dogs.htm
This is why it is best with Veileds to stick to Veiled tested plants... https://chameleonacademy.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Chameleon-Plants-122819.pdf
The presence of peace lily and dogs can be an unfriendly equation. Is peace lily toxic to dogs? All parts of the plant, from stems to leaves and even the attractive blooms, contain an irritating toxin that can be dangerous to man’s best friend, so it is best to remove or fence off an area where peace lilies grow.
Peace lily isn't technically poisonous, but it contains a compound that can be extremely bothersome to pets, children and even an adult if consumed. Even the pollen from the spadix can cause oral irritation if licked off fur and paws. The culprit is the presence of calcium oxalate crystals.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/peace-lily/is-peace-lily-toxic-to-dogs.htm
This is why it is best with Veileds to stick to Veiled tested plants... https://chameleonacademy.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Chameleon-Plants-122819.pdf
veiledmav
Established Member
Thank you!
jamest0o0
Chameleon Enthusiast
Yup, the same compound that makes pothos toxic, yet they eat them with no harm.
veiledmav
Established Member
Thank you!
I found it online James... That is what it said and that was what I shared with the link.
jamest0o0
Chameleon Enthusiast
Right, I'm agreeing. I'm pointing out the toxin is the same found in pothos. You need to chill my friend.
GoodKarma19
Chameleon Enthusiast
The only "toxic" compound found in peace lillies are oxalate crystals. As mentioned, this is found in pothos and many other recommended plants, and is an indigestible microscopic crystal that can cause some gastrointestinal upset. At least, this is the case in mammals - there is limited data specific to reptiles.
Peace lillies, despite their name, aren't a true lily (such as the extremely toxic Easter lily). I've personally used them with my female veiled and now my crested gecko.
Peace lillies, despite their name, aren't a true lily (such as the extremely toxic Easter lily). I've personally used them with my female veiled and now my crested gecko.
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