👉 Machilaphis is a genus of flowering plants in the family Apiaceae, commonly known as the Japanese honeysuckle or Japanese honeysuckle. This group includes over 100 species of shrubs and trees native to Japan and other parts of Asia. The specific name "Machilaphis" comes from the Greek word "machila," meaning "honey," referring to the sweet, fragrant flowers that are prized for their perfume.