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Alugbati
Malabar spinachInsufficient evidenceThere is insufficient dependable pet-rabbit guidance to recommend alugbati.
Arugula
RocketSafe regularlyArugula can be included among varied leafy greens.
Bell pepper
Matamis na siliSafe regularlyPlain bell-pepper flesh can be included among varied fresh vegetables.
Bitter melon
AmpalayaInsufficient evidenceThere is insufficient dependable pet-rabbit guidance for bitter melon fruit.
Bok choy
PechaySafe regularlyPechay or bok choy can be part of a varied leafy-green portion when introduced slowly.
Broccoli
Feed occasionallySmall amounts may be offered, but individual rabbits may develop gas or digestive discomfort.
Cabbage
RepolyoFeed occasionallySmall amounts may be rotated with other greens; some rabbits are sensitive to brassicas.
Carrot root
KarotFeed occasionallyCarrot root is sugary and should be a small occasional treat, not a dietary staple.
Carrot tops
Dahon ng karotSafe regularlyWashed carrot tops are preferable to large portions of the sugary root.
Cauliflower
Feed occasionallyUse only a small amount in a varied diet.
Celery leaves
Safe regularlyYes. Celery leaves can be included in a varied leafy-green rotation in reasonable quantities.
Chayote fruit
SayoteInsufficient evidenceChayote is a common Philippine vegetable, but a dependable pet-rabbit serving standard was not found.
Cucumber
PipinoFeed occasionallyA small hydrating addition, but it provides less fibre than leafy greens.
Eggplant fruit
TalongUse cautionNightshade plant parts are unsafe and dependable pet-rabbit guidance for the fruit is inconsistent; choose established greens instead.
Endive
Safe regularlyEndive is an established leafy green for a varied rabbit diet.
Escarole
Feed occasionallyEscarole can be included in a varied rotation in limited quantities.
Fennel fronds
Safe regularlyYes. Fennel fronds can be included in a varied leafy-green rotation in reasonable quantities.
Garlic
BawangDo not feedGarlic is not appropriate rabbit food and may be harmful.
Green leaf lettuce
Safe regularlyA useful leafy green in a varied rotation.
Iceberg lettuce
Use cautionIceberg lettuce is not a useful staple because it is mostly water and provides less nutrition than darker leafy varieties.
Jicama root
SingkamasUse cautionThe seeds and other plant parts can be toxic; dependable pet-rabbit guidance for the peeled root is insufficient.
Kale
Feed occasionallyKale is acceptable but should be rotated and limited rather than fed as the only daily green.
Kangkong
Water spinachUse cautionRabbit-specific household guidance is limited; contamination from growing water is an additional concern. Use only after local veterinary advice.
Mung bean sprouts
TogueInsufficient evidenceRaw bean sprouts are not necessary and dependable pet-rabbit guidance is insufficient.
Mustard greens
MustasaFeed occasionallyMustard greens are acceptable in limited rotation.
Napa cabbage
Pechay BaguioSafe regularlyNapa cabbage can be rotated with other washed leafy greens in modest portions.
Okra
Insufficient evidenceA dependable pet-rabbit portion and safety reference was not found, so do not assume it is suitable.
Onion
SibuyasDo not feedOnion and related alliums are not appropriate and may be harmful.
Pumpkin
KalabasaFeed occasionallyPlain raw pumpkin flesh is best treated as a small occasional food because it is not a leafy staple.
Radish leaves
Dahon ng labanosSafe regularlyWashed radish leaves can be included in a varied leafy-green rotation.
Red leaf lettuce
Safe regularlyA useful leafy green in a varied rotation.
Romaine lettuce
Cos lettuceSafe regularlyA useful leafy green in a varied rotation when washed and introduced gradually.
Saluyot
Jute leavesInsufficient evidenceThere is insufficient dependable pet-rabbit guidance to recommend saluyot.
Spinach
EspinakaFeed occasionallySpinach may be offered in limited rotation rather than as an everyday main green.
Sweet potato leaves
Talbos ng kamoteUse cautionSources conflict and dependable pet-rabbit serving guidance is lacking; do not use as a routine food without veterinary advice.
Turnip greens
Safe regularlyYes. Turnip greens can be included in a varied leafy-green rotation in reasonable quantities.
Watercress
Safe regularlyClean watercress can be included among varied greens.
White potato
PatatasDo not feedPotato is starchy and its green parts, eyes and sprouts contain harmful compounds.
Yardlong beans
SitawDo not feedRaw beans are listed as harmful, so sitaw pods and seeds should not be used as rabbit food without specific veterinary guidance.
Zucchini
CourgetteFeed occasionallyPlain non-bitter zucchini may be offered as a small addition.