Amur Honeysuckle

Lonicera maackii

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Plants

The shrub that leafs out first and drops last, shading out every woodland seedling.

Field facts
HabitatWoodlands, edges, urban parks
RangeStatewide
When to lookGreen from March to December
StatusInvasive in Indiana (Indiana DNR / IUCN Red List)
Look-alikesNative bush honeysuckles — solid pith

Field note: Hollow stem pith is the quick check: hollow means invasive.

Lesson
Watching responsibly

Volunteer removal days are the best way to help; do not plant it.

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