Description
Lonicera cambodiana (also called Cambodian honeysuckle, among many other common names) is a species of honeysuckle in the family Caprifoliaceae. It is a woody climber with opposite leaves and yellow-green flowers. It is native to China, India, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam. It typically grows in forests, thickets, and scrub.
Uses & Benefits
Lonicera cambodiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It has a wide range of medicinal uses, including treating skin diseases, fever, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lonicera cambodiana has white flowers and small, black seeds. Its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lonicera cambodiana is a shrub that is native to Cambodia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, disease-free plants in late spring or early summer. Cuttings should be placed in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until roots form.