Japanese honeysuckle (Lonicera japonica) is a vigorous, twining perennial vine native to eastern Asia, known for its fragrant white flowers that gradually turn yellow and its dark berries that appear later in the season. It is attractive to bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, but its rapid growth allows it to overwhelm other plants and native vegetation. Japanese honeysuckle is considered invasive in many parts of the United States, including California, where it can be difficult to control once established.
