Water
Water moderately when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency during the dormant winter months to prevent overhydration.
Ensure good drainage to maintain healthy roots.
Cocculus pendulus is a climbing or scrambling shrub native to Africa and Asia, often found in arid regions. It features glossy green leaves and small, inconspicuous flowe
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
50% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light. Can tolerate some direct sunlight, especially in cooler climates.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Average to Warm
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C. Can tolerate slightly cooler temperatures in winter but avoid frost.
Light Feeding
25% intensity
Feed monthly during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted by half.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water moderately when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency during the dormant winter months to prevent overhydration.
Ensure good drainage to maintain healthy roots.
Prune to shape the plant, remove dead or crossing branches, and maintain a desirable size. Light pruning can be done anytime, but heavier pruning is best done in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
This encourages bushier growth.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer or from seed sown in spring. Cuttings should be treated with rooting hormone and planted in a well-draining medium.
Seeds may require stratification before sowing for best germination rates.
Repot every 2-3 years in spring as needed, when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is slightly larger than the current one with good drainage.
Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of peat moss and perlite.
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Where Cocculus Pendulus (Cocculus pendulus) is found

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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ranunculales |
| Family | Menispermaceae |
| Genus | Cocculus |
| Species | Cocculus pendulus |
Similar in genus Cocculus
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