Japanese maples?

[TonyRockyHorror]

Hello,

Just wondering if anybody here has any experience with Japanese Maples in their chameleon cage(s). How well do they do in a pot? Has anybody had any problems or difficulties caring for them?

thanks

 

[jojackson]

They do fine in a pot (excellent bonzai subjects) however they dont do so fine indoors.
No idea aboout possible toxidity.

 

[beatkidd]

I actually just bought an Emperor red Japanese maple (momiji) that I'm going to free range my 6 month old Cham with in the house. He seems to be loving it already and I dont see why with the proper lighting and drainage anything should go wrong. The tree is about 7-8 ft and gives him perfect perches to bask in. I'll post pics soon......... anybody have more info on this????

 

[dodolah]

japanese maple is fine 4 chameleon.
But, i agree.. It might not be doing too well indoor.

 

[Malicious]

Everywhere you read on the bonzai sites they say it is an outdoor only tree. We keep tree dwelling chameleons indoors and they thrive just fine, I think with propper lighting and potting, it would thrive just the same.

Beatkid,

I would love to see that 7-8' tree in your livingroom...

-Jay

 

[itsaPink]

a previous thread on japanese maples:
https://www.chameleonforums.com/japanese-maple-15185/#post125841