Lonicera xylosteum
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Summary
Source: WikipediaLonicera xylosteum, commonly known as fly honeysuckle, European fly honeysuckle, dwarf honeysuckle or fly woodbine is a deciduous shrub. Its fruit persists for an average of 15.4 days, and bears an average of 4.5 seeds per fruit. Fruits average 88.6% water, and their dry weight includes 43.4% carbohydrates and 1.2% lipids. The glossy red (or occasionally yellow) berries of this shrub are mildly poisonous to humans – children who ingest a large number (c. 30) of berries may experience abdominal pain and vomiting.
Description
A deciduous shrub in the Caprifoliaceae family found in temperate climates. The fruit are eaten as a snack.
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Edible Uses
The fruit are eaten as a snack.
Traditional Uses
The fruit are eaten as a snack.
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Distribution
It is a temperate climate plant.
Where It Grows
Balkans, Estonia, Europe, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Slovenia,
Also Known As
Kukepuu, Puhastolistno kosteničevje, Ukekuusmaa, Sadakordne
References (2)
- http://www.botanic-gardens-ljubljana.com/en/plants
- Kalle, R. & Soukand, R., 2012, Historical ethnobotanical review of wild edible plants of Estonia (1770s-1960s) Acta Societatis Botanicorum Poloniae 81(4):271-281
