Lonicera henryi

Physical Characteristics

Lonicera henryi is an evergreen Climber growing to 6 m (19ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 4. It is in leaf all year, in flower from June to July. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

E. Asia - China from W. Hubei to W. Sichuan.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Dappled Shade; Shady Edge; Ground Cover;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Flowers Leaves Stem Edible Uses: Edible flowers, leaves and stems[105, 177, 183]. No further details are given, but some caution is advised because this genus contains a number of mildly toxic plants[K].

Medicinal Uses

Miscellany The plant is used medicinally in China, but the report gives no more details[218].

Known Hazards

None known