See page 63 for its description. However, a shrub should be accurately identified as a bush honeysuckle before attempting any control measures. These species were introduced to North America in the late 1800s and 1900s. Morrow's honeysuckle and Amur honeysuckle are now known from northern and central Missouri. Although the distribution of these plants is predominately near larger urban areas, where they are used as ornamentals, rural infestations are common when the species are used to improve wildlife habitat.
Most natural communities are susceptible to invasion by one or both of the species.
Often the source of the invasion comes from a planting or from a highly disturbed successional community in which the honeysuckle has flourished. Both Morrow's and Amur honeysuckle frequently escape into woodlands, and Morrow's honeysuckle is sometimes found along roadsides as well. Wetlands, prairie, and forested communities are all affected. Habitat disturbance appears to facilitate introduction of these species, but native habitats without previous disturbance are also subject to invasion. The spread of bush honeysuckle is generally accomplished by birds.