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Forum: Edible Weeds, Diet & Suppliments 06-04-2015, 09:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,139
Posted By Coolsox
That looks like a seedling of the Pheasant Berry,...

That looks like a seedling of the Pheasant Berry, Leycesteria formosa. There must be one growing nearby, maybe in a neighbours garden.

It's quite a nice ornamental shrub, but gets very large very...
Forum: Edible Weeds, Diet & Suppliments 05-04-2015, 10:33 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,174
Posted By Coolsox
Have you ver seen the flowers? If so, can you...

Have you ver seen the flowers? If so, can you describe them to me?
Forum: General Discussion 12-03-2015, 02:41 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,125
Posted By Coolsox
Hello all!

Hello everyone!

Haven't been on here for years so thought I'd drop by! Still got my torts, but sold the rest of my reptiles / inverts as I'm hoping to move house this year and not everyone would...
Forum: Edible Weeds, Diet & Suppliments 11-08-2012, 11:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,005
Posted By Coolsox
The first plant is Mallow and is perfectly...

The first plant is Mallow and is perfectly edible!

http://www.thetortoisetable.org.uk/site/plants_19.asp?mode=main&catID=363
Forum: Edible Weeds, Diet & Suppliments 07-08-2012, 11:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,124
Posted By Coolsox
Fat Hen (Chenopodium album). Do Not Feed ...

Fat Hen (Chenopodium album). Do Not Feed

http://www.thetortoisetable.org.uk/site/plants_19.asp?mode=main&catID=20
Forum: Edible Weeds, Diet & Suppliments 06-08-2012, 12:14 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,270
Posted By Coolsox
First plant is a Euphorbia. If you break. Stem it...

First plant is a Euphorbia. If you break. Stem it will exude a toxic milky sap. Make sure you wash your hands, it can cause blistering and do not get it in your eyes.

The second plant looks like...
Forum: General Discussion 31-07-2012, 10:58 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,445
Posted By Coolsox
Can be very frustrating when you go home empty...

Can be very frustrating when you go home empty handed though!
Forum: General Discussion 31-07-2012, 08:58 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,445
Posted By Coolsox
Ive been doing it for a while. Great fun! Makes...

Ive been doing it for a while. Great fun! Makes you feel quite 'naughty' when your trying to retrieve a geocache sneakily so other muggles dont see you!

This was todays find
...
Forum: Edible Weeds, Diet & Suppliments 28-07-2012, 07:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,525
Posted By Coolsox
Cheers! :-) I try my best!

Cheers! :-) I try my best!
Forum: Edible Weeds, Diet & Suppliments 26-07-2012, 08:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 898
Posted By Coolsox
It is an Opium Poppy (Papaver somniferum) and is...

It is an Opium Poppy (Papaver somniferum) and is poisonous.
Forum: Pictures 24-07-2012, 11:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 985
Posted By Coolsox
They are beautiful!

They are beautiful!
Forum: Edible Weeds, Diet & Suppliments 23-07-2012, 06:46 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,596
Posted By Coolsox
I originally thought Alfafa, but on research...

I originally thought Alfafa, but on research Alfalfa leaves are arrange in Whorls of 3, much like Clover leaves are and radiate out from a central point. The plant in the photo has 7 leaves, with 6...
Forum: Edible Weeds, Diet & Suppliments 23-07-2012, 08:51 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,596
Posted By Coolsox
Not Everlasting Sweet Pea (Lathyrus latifolius) ...

Not Everlasting Sweet Pea (Lathyrus latifolius)

Does look very similar to Bush Vetch (Vicia sepium) but I cannot see any tendrils at the tips of the stems so treat with caution. Is the plant...
Forum: Breeding and Incubation 22-07-2012, 09:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,397
Posted By Coolsox
Congrats! Now the hard part - waiting begins!

Congrats! Now the hard part - waiting begins!
Forum: Edible Weeds, Diet & Suppliments 22-07-2012, 08:13 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,525
Posted By Coolsox
Montbretia is the common name for Crocosmia...

Montbretia is the common name for Crocosmia hybrids. They are more commonly referred to Montbretia in the UK and Crocosmia in the USA :-P
Forum: Edible Weeds, Diet & Suppliments 21-07-2012, 06:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,525
Posted By Coolsox
8) Common Restharrow - Onionis repens Do not feed...

8) Common Restharrow - Onionis repens Do not feed
http://www.thetortoisetable.org.uk/site/plants_19.asp?mode=main&catID=545

9) Meadowsweet Feed in moderation...
Forum: Edible Weeds, Diet & Suppliments 21-07-2012, 06:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,525
Posted By Coolsox
Quite a selection here! 1) Montbretia Do not...

Quite a selection here!

1) Montbretia Do not feed
http://www.thetortoisetable.org.uk/site/plants_19.asp?mode=main&catID=234

2) Vipers Bugloss Do Not Feed...
Forum: Edible Weeds, Diet & Suppliments 21-07-2012, 06:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 840
Posted By Coolsox
1) Potentilla Feed in moderation. ...

1) Potentilla Feed in moderation.
http://www.thetortoisetable.org.uk/site/plants_19.asp?mode=main&catID=508

2) Calendula or Pot Marigold Safe to feed
These seed easily, save the seed and...
Forum: Edible Weeds, Diet & Suppliments 21-07-2012, 06:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,142
Posted By Coolsox
Why risk it? Your tort may eat it, prompting you...

Why risk it? Your tort may eat it, prompting you to feed more. You may do your tort more harm than good. Unless I am 100% certain, I avoid.
Forum: Edible Weeds, Diet & Suppliments 21-07-2012, 05:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,847
Posted By Coolsox
Watermelon - see my post - Number 1 is Thyme! ...

Watermelon - see my post - Number 1 is Thyme!

I have ID number 2. It is Sheeps Bit (Jasione montana) but I cannot find any info as whether it is edible to tortoises.
Forum: Edible Weeds, Diet & Suppliments 21-07-2012, 05:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,847
Posted By Coolsox
1) Common Thyme (leaves should be aromatic when...

1) Common Thyme (leaves should be aromatic when crushed!) Edible in moderation.
http://www.thetortoisetable.org.uk/site/plants_19.asp?mode=main&catID=518

2) Not sure - look a little similar to a...
Forum: Edible Weeds, Diet & Suppliments 21-07-2012, 05:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,142
Posted By Coolsox
The O/P comes from Malta so they are not plants...

The O/P comes from Malta so they are not plants we would necessary be familiar with.

Whilst I cant tell you what species is it, the first has characteristics of a plant in the Nightshade...
Forum: Edible Weeds, Diet & Suppliments 19-07-2012, 12:14 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,214
Posted By Coolsox
Every weed trip is successful, Now you know what...

Every weed trip is successful, Now you know what to avoid in the future :-p
Forum: Edible Weeds, Diet & Suppliments 19-07-2012, 12:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,214
Posted By Coolsox
1) Everlasting Sweet Pea - Lathyrus latifolius....

1) Everlasting Sweet Pea - Lathyrus latifolius. Do Not Feed.

2) - Unknown - can you get a clearer pic of the flowers?

3) - No ID just yet but on the tip of my tongue - watch this space!

4) -...
Forum: Rehoming 28-06-2012, 12:04 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,319
Posted By Coolsox
Thanks to all that showed an interest, a home has...

Thanks to all that showed an interest, a home has now been found with an experienced keeper local to where I live.

Sorry for those that didn't get a response, I had more messages than I was...
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