Cantaloupes can be identified by the characteristic system of ridges that encompass the outside of the rind and look almost as if the fruit is covered in a net. Look for cantaloupes with prominent, cream-colored ridges and select those that are free of bruising.
Several species of honeysuckle found in NY are characterized as invasive, including: Morrowâs honeysuckle (Lonicera morrowii), Tatarian honeysuckle (Lonicera tatarica), Amur honeysuckle (Lonicera maackii), and Japanese honeysuckle (Lonicera japonica) .
Honeysuckle is thought of as an aid in sore throats, coughs and insomnia. The bark of the plant has diuretic properties. However, honeysuckle is among the plants to be used with some discretion, as the berries can highly toxic. The flowers can be used against fevers, especially those affecting people in the summer. They're considered cleansing and are helpful in some types of gastro-intestinal problems.