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Lonicera involucrata
Also called Twinberry — a tall deciduous shrub of moist woodlands and streambanks with paired yellow tubular flowers cradled in distinctive red-purple bracts, followed by paired shiny black berries in conspicuous red 'cups.' Hummingbird-pollinated. Berries are mildly toxic to humans; do not eat despite the attractive display.
Quick Facts
Distribution
Foothills, Mountains, Boreal, Zone 2
Light
Part shade to full sun
Bloom Time
June–July; fruit Aug–Sept
Soil
Moist, rich, well-drained
Water
Moderate
Growing & Cultivation
Propagation
Softwood cuttings in early summer root readily under mist. Seed germinates after 90 days cold stratification. Layering of low branches works.
Always verify plant identification with multiple sources before consuming any wild plant. This information is for educational purposes only.
