Common Honeysuckle
Lonicera periclymenum
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About
<em>Lonicera periclymenum</em>, commonly known as common honeysuckle or woodbine, is a climbing shrub belonging to the family Caprifoliaceae. It is native to and naturalized across Asia, Europe, North America, and Oceania, where it typically occurs in woodland edges, hedgerows, scrub, and gardens. The species favors well-drained soils in temperate climates and is a familiar component of mixed deciduous habitats throughout its range. It is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, reflecting a stable and widespread global population. Diet information for this species is not available in current records. Biological traits of this species remain poorly documented in the scientific literature.
Habitat & Distribution
Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.
Widely distributed across Asia (4 countries), Europe (11 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia).
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