Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
hellenica
ID:
360322

Status:
valid

Authors:
Orph.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. ser. 2, 2: 108. 1856 [Nov-Dec 1856]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000359654



Common Names

  • Hellenic Honeysuckle
  • Lonicera hellenica
  • Hellenic Fly Honeysuckle


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Description

Lonicera hellenica (also called Greek Honeysuckle, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with white flowers. It is native to Greece and is found in forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Lonicera hellenica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in revegetation projects and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lonicera hellenica has white, tubular flowers with yellow throats. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lonicera hellenica is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). Prune lightly after flowering to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Lonicera hellenica

Lonicera hellenica is native to Greece and Turkey.

Lonicera hellenica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lonicera hellenica?

Lonicera hellenica

What is the common name of Lonicera hellenica?

Hellenic Honeysuckle

What is the natural habitat of Lonicera hellenica?

It is found in moist forests and grasslands

Species in the Lonicera genus

Lonicera javanica, Lonicera japonica, Lonicera kabylica, Lonicera hypoglauca, Lonicera jarmilae, Lonicera iberica, Lonicera implexa, Lonicera iliensis, Lonicera laceana, Lonicera kingdonii, Lonicera korolkowii, Lonicera kurobushiensis, Lonicera glabrata, Lonicera glehnii, Lonicera gracilipes, Lonicera heterotricha, Lonicera helvetica, Lonicera himalayensis, Lonicera griffithii, Lonicera harae, Lonicera heckrottii, Lonicera hellenica, Lonicera nigra, Lonicera myrtilloides, Lonicera nummulariifolia, Lonicera pamirica, Lonicera paradoxa, Lonicera obovata, Lonicera olgae, Lonicera magnibracteata, Lonicera linderifolia, Lonicera macrantha, Lonicera malayana, Lonicera mochidzukiana, Lonicera maximowiczii, Lonicera microphylla, Lonicera bracteolaris, Lonicera buschiorum, Lonicera caerulea, Lonicera americana, Lonicera alpigena, Lonicera affinis, Lonicera biflora, Lonicera aucherii, Lonicera anisotricha, Lonicera arborea, Lonicera annamensis, Lonicera elisae, Lonicera deleiensis, Lonicera demissa,

Species in the Caprifoliaceae family

Bassecoia bretschneideri, Bassecoia siamensis, Bassecoia hookeri, Cephalaria duzceensis, Cephalaria alpina, Cephalaria ambrosioides, Cephalaria anatolica, Cephalaria aristata, Cephalaria armeniaca, Cephalaria armerioides, Cephalaria armoraciifolia, Cephalaria attenuata, Cephalaria axillaris, Cephalaria aytachii, Cephalaria balansae, Cephalaria balkharica, Cephalaria beijiangensis, Cephalaria calcarea, Cephalaria cedrorum, Cephalaria charadzeae, Cephalaria cilicica, Cephalaria coriacea, Cephalaria dagestanica, Cephalaria decurrens, Cephalaria demetrii, Cephalaria dichaetophora, Cephalaria dirmilensis, Cephalaria ekimiana, Cephalaria elazigensis, Cephalaria elmaliensis, Cephalaria fanourii, Cephalaria flava, Cephalaria foliosa, Cephalaria galpiniana, Cephalaria gazipashensis, Cephalaria gigantea, Cephalaria goetzei, Cephalaria hakkiarica, Cephalaria hirsuta, Cephalaria humilis, Cephalaria integrifolia, Cephalaria isaurica, Cephalaria joppensis, Cephalaria juncea, Cephalaria katangensis, Cephalaria kesruanica, Cephalaria kotschyi, Cephalaria laevigata, Cephalaria leucantha, Cephalaria litvinovii,