Question: In both Trustom (South Kingstown, RI) & Ninigret (Charlestown, RI) NWR, there are 2 types flowering shrubs (very very commonly …
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In both Trustom (South Kingstown, RI) & Ninigret (Charlestown, RI) NWR, there are 2 types flowering shrubs (very very commonly seen in both refuges) that I need ID help with. I'm attaching some photos, so hopefully that will help. I believe one type to be one or more honeysuckle varieties. It is seen in white/yellow flowers & in pink. The other I'm not sure about. It is seen in both regular & variegated leaves and the flowers are either all white or white/yellow. Diane
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Dear DianeD1946, the honeysuckle that you noted is (in most of the images) Lonicera morrowii (morrow's honeysuckle). This is an invasive species that has originated from Asia. The other species is Elaeagnus umbellata (autumn-olive), another species originating from the Old World. Both of the species are common in southern New England. Bes wishes.
