Beauty Berry Plant

“Beauty Berry” refers to plants in the genus Callicarpa, known for their distinctive, vibrant purple berries in the fall. The berries of the American beautyberry (Callicarpa americana) are edible for humans, though generally preferred in cooked forms like jams and jellies due to their astringent taste when raw

• Appearance: The plants are most famous for their large clusters of bright magenta or violet berries that wrap around the stem and last well into winter after the leaves have fallen. The leaves are simple, opposite, and can be up to 9 inches long.
• Growth: They are adaptable plants that are easy to grow in full sun to partial shade and are drought tolerant once established.
• Wildlife Value: The berries are a vital food source for over 40 species of birds (including cardinals and mockingbirds) and other wildlife like deer and raccoons, especially as a survival food in the winter.

This is a layered plant