Exotic Edibles
Safe, Organic Plants for Your Exotic Pets
About Exotic Edibles
Exotic Edibles specializes in organically grown plants which are safe for you and your pets.
We offer container plants meant for the enrichment of your animal companions and neighboring wildlife.
We’ve been growing unique plants since 1997 for private owners and zoos. Exotic Edibles has also done presentations for a number of specialty clubs in the Northeast. We’ve had articles published in various specialty magazines and newsletters throughout the country.
Much of this information has been gathered from first-hand experience. Feel free to use this site to learn more about some of the exotic plants which are safe for animals. We add growing tips and pertinent information regularly to keep our community informed!
Explore Our Plant Resources
Tropical Plants
Bamboo, palms, bananas, orchid trees, and ginger. Learn care tips for these exotic tropical species.
Safe Plants
Comprehensive guides to plants verified safe for pets and exotic animals. Keep your companions healthy!
Growing Guides
Practical advice for successful plant care, from city gardening to wildlife-friendly habitats.
Latest Plant Profiles

October 2005
Rouge d’Etampes Pumpkin – “Cucurbita pepo” Origin: France We just got done this morning pulling the last of these pumpkins out of our garden…this year

September 2005
Loquat – Eriobotrya japonica Origin: China Last month I gave a plant talk at the Erie Cage Bird Association. Afterwards, the club held a raffle

August 2005
Thai Hot Peppers aka “Thai Dragons” – Capsicum frutescens Origin: Asia Hot peppers have gained in popularity over the past few years, due in part
