northern bush honeysuckle
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northern bush honeysuckle
Diervilla lonicera
The northern bush honeysuckle is a cheerful shrub with bright yellow flowers. It grows in many places and is loved by butterflies and bees for its sweet nectar.
Habitat: Forests
Appearance
The northern bush honeysuckle is a medium-sized shrub with opposite, oval leaves and clusters of small, trumpet-shaped flowers. These flowers start yellowish-green, fading to reddish-orange, and develop into slender, elongated seed capsules.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderDipsacalesFamilyCaprifoliaceaeGenusDiervilla
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Despite its name, this plant is not a true honeysuckle; it belongs to a different family!
Its scientific name, Diervilla, honors a French surgeon and botanist, Dr. Dierville.
Some Indigenous peoples historically used parts of this plant for traditional medicinal purposes.
The tiny seeds within its fruit can remain dormant in the soil for many years before sprouting.
Special abilities
Ability
Resilient Root System
Northern bush honeysuckle can thrive in dry conditions thanks to its tough root system, helping it survive harsh summers.
Ability
Color-Shifting Blooms
This plant has flowers that change color from yellow to reddish as they age, helping to signal to pollinators which flowers offer nectar.
Ability
Birdy Berry Bounty
Northern bush honeysuckle produces berries that attract birds, which then help disperse its seeds to new locations, aiding reproduction.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 100-200 cm
- Spread
- 100-150 cm
- Flower Size
- 1-2 cm
- Bloom Season
- Summer
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- Mild
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
eaten by
American Robin
Turdus migratorius
American Robins eat its berries, dispersing seeds.
pollinates
Common Eastern Bumblebee
Bombus impatiens
Bumblebees visit its flowers for nectar, helping with pollination.
eats
White-tailed Deer
Odocoileus virginianus
White-tailed deer browse on its leaves and twigs.
depends on
Hummingbird Clearwing Moth
Hemaris thysbe
Its leaves are food for the caterpillars of Hummingbird Clearwing Moths.
Traits
Aromatic
Aromatic plants produce and emit fragrant volatile organic compounds, often for defense or to attract pollinators.
Deciduous
Deciduous plants periodically shed all their leaves, typically during autumn or dry seasons.
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Shrub
A shrub is a woody plant smaller than a tree, typically with multiple stems branching from or near the ground.
Fragrant Flower
Fragrant flowers emit a pleasant aroma, often to attract pollinators or for defense.
Fruit Bearing
Fruit-bearing plants produce fruits, which are the mature ovaries of flowering plants containing seeds.
Fall Color
Fall color refers to the seasonal change in foliage pigmentation, primarily in deciduous plants, displaying vibrant hues.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Forest
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always look but don't touch the plants without asking an adult.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is northern bush honeysuckle?
100-200 cm
How wide does northern bush honeysuckle spread?
100-150 cm
How big are the flowers on northern bush honeysuckle?
1-2 cm
When does northern bush honeysuckle bloom?
Summer
Is northern bush honeysuckle edible?
No
Is northern bush honeysuckle toxic?
Mild
What is northern bush honeysuckle's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is northern bush honeysuckle pollinated?
Insect
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