Vitamin K-dependent coagulation factors are synthesized in the liver. Consequently, severe liver disease results in lower blood levels of vitamin K-dependent clotting factors and an increased risk for uncontrolled bleeding (hemorrhage) (8) .
To grow well, pineapples have certain soil requirements. Pineapples need well-drained soil because they cannot withstand a waterlogged growing medium. For this reason, the best soil for growing pineapples is a sandy loam, because sand allows for rapid leaching, or water movement, through the soil. While pineapples dislike waterlogged soil, they are drought-tolerant, but require even moisture for proper fruit development.
Practical notes on creating humid tropical vivaria for tortoises and turtles. Andy C. Highfield. The depth and type of substrate is critical in tropical and humid type terraria. We have had good results with a mixture of fibrous peat-type composts, soft sand, leaf litter and mulched orchid or cypress bark.