Affinis Honeysuckle (Lonicera affinis)

Family: Caprifoliaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Lonicera affinis is an evergreen Climber growing to 7 m (23ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower from May 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.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Flowers

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

flavouring in drinks. — No more details are given.; The fruit is about 7mm in diameter.; Used as a flavouring in drinks.

Habitat & North American Range

In thickets or edges of forests, mainly in warm coastal areas at elevations of 10 - 800 metres. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)