Status:
valid
Authors:
Franch.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1886
Citation Micro:
Bull. Annuel Soc. Philom. Paris , sér. 7, 10: 142 (1886)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000360069
Common Names
- Lonicera strophiophora
- Twisted-leaved Honeysuckle
- Twisted-leaved Woodbine
Description
Lonicera strophiophora (also called Twining honeysuckle, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to Central and Eastern Europe. It grows in moist, shady habitats, and has small, fragrant white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Lonicera strophiophora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal tea.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Lonicera strophiophora for. glabra (Nakai) H.Hara
Lonicera strophiophora for. glabrifolia (Ohwi) H.Hara
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lonicera strophiophora has white flowers and small, black seeds. Its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lonicera strophiophora is a deciduous shrub that can grow up to 2m tall. It prefers full sun or partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by softwood cuttings in summer or by layering in autumn. It can also be propagated from seed, but it is not recommended as it is slow and unreliable.
Where to Find Lonicera strophiophora
Lonicera strophiophora is native to China.
Lonicera strophiophora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lonicera strophiophora?
Lonicera strophiophora
What is the common name of Lonicera strophiophora?
Twining Honeysuckle
What is the natural habitat of Lonicera strophiophora?
Forests and scrublands
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,