Cocculus carolinus

Also Known As

Cocculus carolinianus
Carolina Moonseed
Carolina Snailseed

Plant type

vine

size

H: 10'-14'
W: 2'-14'

planting zones

5a-9b

Cocculus carolinus plant details

Cocculus carolinus is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen vine with green foliage. and red fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - shade and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cocculus carolinus

Plant type: vine
Plant family: menispermaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 14 FT - wide, 10 FT - 14 FT - tall
Uses: fall color

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cocculus carolinus

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Its common names of ?Coralbeads? or ?Red Moonseeds? pretty well describe the dense 5" clusters of showy red pea-sized fruits which decorate this 12' twining native vine in late summer. S/M

By: Forestfarm

Cocculus carolinus or Carolina Moonseed is easy and adaptable vine for a wide range of soil and cultural conditions. The foliage is clean and has a nice texture as a backdrop for many other plant but this vine really shines in late summer and fall when the large clusters of berries turn bright red! Insignificant flowers. Also known as Carolina Snailseed. Both common names come from the crescent shape of the seed. This plant is easily managed in a smaller space and is often seen growing on fences and mailboxes. Native Vine.