Thursday, January 9, 2014

Lonicera japonica







Botanical Name: Lonicera japonica
Common Name: Japanese Honey suckle
Family: Caprifoliaceae
Type: Broad leaved evergreen vine 
Origin/Habitat: Japan, Korea
Leaf Character: Opposite, 3-8 cm Ovate to oblong, margin ciliate, top is deep green, bottom is pubescent 
Flower Type: Axillary pairs 
Color: White, purple
Period: Summer
Fruit: Fleshy few seeded berry
Exposure: Sun to partial shade
Water: Infrequent but thorough 
Remarks: Reaches 6-8m height and unlimited spread. Outstanding for its flowers, foliage and fragrance. Used as visual screen, ground cover, climber and for erosion control


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