Lonicera tatarica L.
Tatarian Honeysuckle
Tatarian honeysuckle is a deciduous shrub that can grow up to 3 meters (10 feet) tall. It has oval or rounded simple leaves that are 3 to 6 centimeters long and 1.25 to 2.5 centimeters wide. The leaves are egg-shaped, hairless, and toothless. The plant produces deep rose to light pink or white flowers that are about 1.5 centimeters long, with a sweet honeysuckle scent. The fruit is a shiny orange or red berry that contains seeds and is attractive to wildlife.
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Dipsacales
Caprifoliaceae
Lonicera
The plant contains compounds that are mildly toxic to humans, causing symptoms such as diarrhea, vomiting, and abdominal pain if ingested. The specific chemical constituents are not detailed in the source text.
Tatarian honeysuckle is known to invoke a behavioral response in about half of domestic cats. It is also a host plant for at least 16 species of Lepidoptera, including Limenitis camilla and Perittia sibirica. However, it is considered an invasive species in North America.
May to June
Up to 3 meters (10 feet)
Deep rose to light pink or white
Partial sun with moist, loamy soil; can also grow in full shade or sun, and in dry or sandy soils.
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