Lonicera japonica
Plant Details
General Information
Scientific name:
Lonicera japonica
Also known as:
Japanese Honeysuckle
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Plant Properties
Layer:
Climb
Format:
Smal
Height:
5.00 m
Width:
5.00 m
Growth Rate:
Fast
Leaf:
Deciduous
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
4-10
Soil Moisture:
Moist, Permeable
Moist, Permeable
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acid Neutral Basic
Acid Neutral Basic
Light:
Half shade, Sun
Half shade, Sun
Usage properties
Edible part:
Nectar, Flowers, Tea
Nectar, Flowers, Tea
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
Fragrant
Fragrant
Description
Flowers are attracted by their sweet nectar and can be used as vegetables, syrup, or pudding. Additionally, tea can be made from the leaves, buds, and flowers.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
01/06
End of Harvest:
30/09
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
|
Sambucus canadensis American Elder |
Sambucus canadensis can provide support for pollinators, which will assist in the pollination of Lonicera japonica, leading to greater fruit and flower yield. |
|
Rubus idaeus Raspberry |
Rubus idaeus, being a berry-producing plant, benefits from the growth structure provided by Lonicera japonica. The vine can help create a microclimate that is beneficial for berry production. |
|
Symphoricarpos albus Snowberry |
Symphoricarpos albus grows well in similar conditions as Lonicera japonica and can help in the control of soil erosion with its spreading habit. |
|
Viburnum opulus Highbush cranberry |
Viburnum opulus can attract beneficial insects and pollinators, enhancing the overall biodiversity around Lonicera japonica. |
|
Malus domestica Apple |
Malus domestica trees provide a good canopy providing shade which may help moderate the temperature around Lonicera japonica and create a suitable microhabitat. |