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Lamiaceae
Chinese Beautyberry
Callicarpa bodinieri
Hidden brilliance.
- Family
- Lamiaceae
- Genus
- Callicarpa
- Native to
- China
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Type
- shrub
- Height
- 6-10 ft
- Sunlight
- full sun to part shade
- Soil
- well-drained, moist
- Water
- moderate
- Hardiness
- 6-8
- Lifespan
- perennial
Did you know
- The brilliant violet-purple berry clusters are among the most striking fruits of any ornamental shrub.
- The small pink flowers are modest in summer, but the electric-purple berries in autumn steal the show.
- Research has shown that compounds in beautyberry leaves can repel mosquitoes and ticks.
- The genus name Callicarpa comes from Greek meaning 'beautiful fruit,' a perfectly fitting description.
- Birds love the berries, making it an excellent choice for wildlife gardens despite the berries being mildly toxic to humans.
Color meanings
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unexpected beauty
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patience rewarded
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wonder