Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
tomentella
ID:
1291844

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f. & Thomson

Source:
tro

Year:
1858

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 2: 167 (1858)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001291182



Common Names

  • Tomentella Lonicera
  • Downy Honeysuckle
  • Downy Fly Honeysuckle


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Description

Lonicera tomentella (also called Hairy Honeysuckle, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 4 meters tall. It is native to Japan and is found in deciduous and mixed forests. It has large, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Lonicera tomentella is used as an ornamental shrub in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant, as it is fast-growing and provides a good screen. The flowers are attractive to bees and other pollinators.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lonicera tomentella var. tsarongensis W.W.Sm.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lonicera tomentella is a white to pinkish-purple color, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lonicera tomentella is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a wide range of soils.

Where to Find Lonicera tomentella

Lonicera tomentella can be found in the wild in China.

Lonicera tomentella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lonicera tomentella?

Lonicera tomentella

What type of plant is Lonicera tomentella?

It is a shrub

What is the natural habitat of Lonicera tomentella?

It is native to western North America

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-6001039: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Thomas Thomson (1817-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thomson' in the authors string.