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Carolina Moonseed

About Carolina Moonseed

The plant can be planted in a range of soil types, but it grows rapidly, so be careful where you plant it. The habitat is moist to dry forests and thickets, especially where calcareous. It is also weedy in landscaping.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Cocculus carolinus

Genus

Cocculus

Family

Menispermaceae

Order

Ranunculales

Also known as

Carolina moonseed, Carolina snailseed, coralbead, coralberry and redberry moonseed

How to care for Carolina Moonseed

💦 Water

How often to water your Carolina Moonseed

Carolina Moonseed needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Carolina Moonseed in your home

Carolina Moonseed love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Carolina Moonseed does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Carolina Moonseed in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Carolina Moonseed

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Carolina Moonseed: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Carolina Moonseed after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Carolina Moonseed is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

💦 Water Needs

Carolina Moonseed prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Carolina Moonseed requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

🪴 Soil

Carolina Moonseed does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

💩 Fertilizer

Carolina Moonseed is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Carolina Moonseed is a naturally climbing plant and can be trained to climb indoors if you provide a moss pole or trellis. The newest growth will emerge from the end of the stems.

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Carolina Moonseed can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 7a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.