Beautyberry
(Callicarpa americana)
- Type: Deciduous
- Light: Sun to part shade
- Height: 4 - 6'
- Spread: 3 - 6'
- Flower: White - Light Pink
- Bloom: Summer
- Fruit: Purple
- Fruit Time: Late Summer - Early Fall
Callicarpa americana, commonly called beautyberry, is a loose open shrub valued for its spectacular fruits. The relatively insignificant flowers develop into prolific bright violet to magenta berry-like drupes which encircle the stem. These fruits remain attractive for a long time although they are generally eaten by birds before winter weather.