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trumpet honeysuckle

plant
Also known as: Lonicera sempervirens

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Trumpet honeysuckle, also known as coral honeysuckle, is a North American native plant belonging to the honeysuckle genus (Lonicera). This climbing species (Lonicera sempervirens) is characterized by its large, coral-red or orange, trumpet-shaped flowers that produce red berries. Honeysuckles, in general, are shrubs or climbers found in temperate regions worldwide, known for their fragrant, nectar-rich flowers that attract wildlife. While many honeysuckle species are cultivated for their ornamental value, some, like Japanese honeysuckle, can be invasive.12

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