Moonseed Vine
Cocculus diversifolius
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Details & Attributes
| Plant Type(s) | Vines |
| Native to Arizona | Yes! |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Sun | Partial shade |
| Pollinators | Bees |
| Has Spines | No |
| Size In relative feet, width by height |
10-10' × 10-20' |
| Freeze Tolerant | Yes |
| Flowering Season | May-August |
| Flower Color | White |
| Minimum Temperature Range | -10 °F |
| Leaf Description | Alternate, shaped like a lancehead (lanceolate) or arrowhead |
| Fruit | Berries |
| View on SEINet | View SEINet Entry |
| Range Map | View SEINet Range Map |
| Elevation Range | 3500-5000 ft. |
| Description | In the United States this species is found only in Texas and extreme southern Arizona in Pima and Santa Cruz counties. This vine is found in oak or mesquite woodland winding its way up the trees and hanging down. In a landscape this vine would do well planted under trees, but can grow up a fence or wall if trellised. The growth tips of the vine get covered in tiny white flowers followed by a cluster of berries, however, plants are dioecious with pollen producing and fruit bearing flowers on seperate individuals. Alternate arroworhead shaped leaves and aggressive growth habit are trademarks of this species. |
