lonicera
Lonicera is a genus of about 180 species of woody plants in the honeysuckle family, Caprifoliaceae. The group includes vines and deciduous or evergreen shrubs. Members are characterized by opposite leaves and paired, tubular flowers that are often strongly fragrant; fruits are berries that ripen in a range of colors.
Flowers typically appear in pairs in the leaf axils or at shoot tips. The corollas are often
Lonicera is native to the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere, with species in Europe, Asia, and
Several species have become invasive outside their native ranges, notably Lonicera japonica (Japanese honeysuckle), which can
Cultivation and management typically involve sun to partial shade, well-drained soil, and regular pruning to control