Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Caprifoliaceae

Genus:

Lonicera

Species:

Lonicera ciliosa

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub , Vine

Height:

20-40 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun, Part Shade, Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

may, jun, jul

Bloom Colors:

Orange, Yellow

Native Range

United States: Arizona, California, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Canada: British Columbia

Keystone Species Ranking

Caterpillar Keystone:

★★★☆☆ Based on number of butterfly and moth species using this genus as host plant (Source: National Wildlife Federation)

Host Plant for Caterpillars

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

Prefers forested areas with organic matter

Germination Information