American fly honeysuckle facts for kids
Quick facts for kids American fly honeysuckle |
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Scientific classification  |
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| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Asterids |
| Order: | Dipsacales |
| Family: | Caprifoliaceae |
| Genus: | Lonicera |
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L. canadensis
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| Lonicera canadensis Bartram ex Marsh
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The American fly honeysuckle or Canada fly honeysuckle (scientific name: Lonicera canadensis) is a type of flowering shrub. It is a deciduous plant, meaning it loses its leaves in the fall. It is also perennial, which means it lives for more than two years. This shrub can grow to be about 1 to 2 meters (3 to 6.5 feet) tall. It's special because it's the only plant in its group that has smooth, hairless leaves.
This honeysuckle usually blooms from late April to late May. Its fruits then appear from early June to early August. Many birds love to eat these fruits. These birds are called frugivores, which means fruit-eaters. Some birds that enjoy the fruit include the American robin and the Northern cardinal.
About the American Fly Honeysuckle
The seeds of the American fly honeysuckle can stay good for several years. They can be stored in a dry place at room temperature. This helps them stay ready to grow when the time is right.
Where it Grows
The American fly honeysuckle is native to northeastern North America. This means it naturally grows in this region. You can find it in many parts of the United States and Canada.
- United States: It grows in states like Connecticut, Georgia, Maine, Michigan, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Vermont, and Wisconsin.
- Canada: It is found in provinces such as New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, and Quebec.
This plant likes to live in dry to moist upland woods. Sometimes, you might also see it in coniferous swamps or growing along streams.
What it Looks Like
The main stems of the American fly honeysuckle are light brown. They have a round shape and their bark is fibrous or furrowed. This bark does not peel off. The branches grow upwards or sideways.
Protecting This Plant
The American fly honeysuckle is generally considered secure globally. However, in some areas, it needs special protection. This is because its numbers might be low or decreasing in those specific places.
- Indiana: It is considered extirpated, meaning it no longer grows there naturally.
- Maryland: It is listed as endangered, meaning it is at high risk of disappearing from the state.
- New Jersey: It is also endangered here.
- Tennessee: It is a plant of special concern, meaning its numbers are being watched closely.
This plant is usually found in areas that are not wetlands. However, it can sometimes grow in wetlands too. This means it is quite adaptable to different moisture levels in the soil.
