Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
similis
ID:
1225014

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hemsl. ex F.B.Forbes & Hemsl.

Source:
tro

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 23: 366 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001224352



Common Names

  • Similis Lonicera
  • Similar Honeysuckle
  • Similar Box Honeysuckle


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Description

Lonicera similis (also called Similar Honeysuckle, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Caprifoliaceae family. It is native to China. It is found in tropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lonicera similis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used for erosion control and to provide habitat for wildlife.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lonicera similis var. omeiensis P.S.Hsu & H.J.Wang

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Lonicera similis is a small, white, tubular flower with five lobes. The seed is a small, black, round berry. The seedlings are small, dark green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lonicera similis is a deciduous shrub that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. The seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Lonicera similis

Lonicera similis can be found in the Himalayas, from Kashmir to Bhutan and in western China.

Lonicera similis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lonicera similis?

Lonicera similis

What are the common names of Lonicera similis?

Chinese Honeysuckle and Chinese Woodbine

What are the uses of Lonicera similis?

Ornamental, medicinal, and culinary

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50041262: Based on the initial data import
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
Francis Blackwell Forbes (1839-1908): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.B.Forbes' in the authors string.