Scientific Name
Cocculus carolina

Common Name
Carolina moonseed; Coral-beads

Hardiness Zone: 6-9
Habit: Deciduous
Growth Rate: Rapid
Texture: Medium
Height: 10'-15'
Exposure: Sun to partial shade
Climbing Method: Twining
Flower/ Fruit: Light green flowers in summer; cluster of shiny, dark red fruit appear in fall and last into winter
Comments: Native; dark green, glossy leaves; attracts birds; drought tolerant
Cultivars: --
 
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