Lonicera xylosteum

Lonicera xylosteum L.

Fly Honeysuckle

Fly Honeysuckle (Lonicera xylosteum) is a deciduous shrub commonly known as dwarf honeysuckle or fly woodbine. It is characterized by its glossy red (or occasionally yellow) berries, which are mildly poisonous to humans. Ingestion of a large number of these berries can cause abdominal pain and vomiting in children.

Details

Order:

Dipsacales

Family:

Caprifoliaceae

Genus:

Lonicera

Chemistry:

The chemistry of Lonicera xylosteum includes various compounds such as iridoid glycosides, flavonoids, and phenolic acids. These compounds contribute to its mild toxicity and potential medicinal properties.

Uses:

Fly Honeysuckle is known for its use in traditional medicine and as an ornamental plant due to its attractive flowers. It has been used to treat various ailments, although its toxic berries require caution in handling.

Flowering time:

Late spring to early summer

Sowing time:

Spring or fall

Plant height:

1-2 meters

Flower color:

Creamy white to pale yellow

Suitable habitat:

Woodlands, hedgerows, and moist areas

Info

Pannon Flora Ltd. was founded on December 13, 1999, by Gábor Janik, who retains 95% ownership. Janik holds an MSc in Horticulture from the University of Horticultural Sciences (1986) and an Advanced Professional English Certification from the College of International Trade (1990). The company specializes in bird feed production and export, primarily serving markets in Italy, Germany, the Netherlands, and the UK, alongside cultivating and distributing imported/exported horticultural seeds. It maintains exclusive partnerships with JOEUN Seed (South Korea) and Takii Europe (Japan), a leader in professional seed breeding and production. Pannon Flora collaborates with certification bodies such as NÉBIH (National Food Chain Safety Office), MERT Kontroll, and SGS Hungary to ensure compliance and quality. The company works with approximately 400 Hungarian growers, ranging from small-scale producers (under 5 hectares) to mid-sized farms and large-scale agricultural enterprises. This profile emphasizes agribusiness expertise, technical partnerships, and operational scalability tailored to international client needs.

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