Water
Water moderately when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, which can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter dormancy.
Ensure good drainage to prevent excess moisture buildup around the roots.
Also known as Laurel-Leaf Snailseed · Laurel-Leaved Snailseed · Platter-Leaf
Cocculus laurifolius, the laurel-leaved snail tree, is an evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green, laurel-like leaves, often grown as an ornamental plant.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial Shade
50% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light. Can tolerate some direct morning sun but avoid intense afternoon sun.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Good drainage is crucial.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Average
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost; can tolerate cooler temperatures in winter if kept dry.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season. Reduce or stop feeding in winter.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
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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, which can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter dormancy.
Ensure good drainage to prevent excess moisture buildup around the roots.
Prune in late winter or early spring to shape the plant and remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Light pruning can be done throughout the growing season to maintain desired form.
This encourages bushier growth.
Easily propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer or from seeds sown in autumn. For cuttings, use a rooting hormone and plant in a well-draining medium. Seeds require a period of stratification before sowing.
Repot every 2-3 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound, usually in spring. Use a well-draining potting mix. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one. This ensures the plant establishes well.
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Photos of Laurel-Leaved Snail Tree (Cocculus laurifolius)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ranunculales |
| Family | Menispermaceae |
| Genus | Cocculus |
| Species | Cocculus laurifolius |
Similar in genus Cocculus
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