honeysuckles
chokecherry
Chokecherry (Chokecherry) is a small tree or large shrub with oval, finely toothed leaves and elongated clusters of white flowers that develop into dark red to black berries. The fruits are edible when cooked but very astringent when raw. Chokecherry is common along streams, forest edges, and open woodlands. Honeysuckle (Honeysuckle) is usually a shrub (or sometimes a vine) with opposite leaves and pairs of tubular, often fragrant flowers that attract pollinators. The berries are typically red, orange, or yellow and are generally not considered edible for people. Many honeysuckles have hollow stems and can form dense thickets. Quick field tip: Look at the leaves and fruit arrangement. Chokecherry has alternate leaves and berries hanging in long clusters, while honeysuckle has opposite leaves and berries that occur in pairs along the stems.