Purple Beautyberry (Callicarpa dichotoma)
Callicarpa dichotoma, or Purple Beautyberry, is a deciduous shrub with arching branches, producing clusters of vibrant purple fruit in the fall.
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Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Moderate, consistent moisture during growing season.
Soil
Adaptable to most well-drained soils. Prefers fertile, loamy soil.
Temperature
Prefers moderate temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Feed in early spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Care Requirements
Full sun to partial shade.
Full sun yields best fruit.
Moderate, consistent moisture during growing season.
Reduce in fall and winter.
Adaptable to most well-drained soils. Prefers fertile, loamy soil.
Prefers moderate temperatures.
Tolerates a range of 15-25°C.
Outdoor
Feed in early spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Avoid over-fertilizing.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Category
Ornamental, Fruit
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
1-1.5 m
Spread
1.5-2 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Winter dormancy
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Deciduous
Flower Size
0.5 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderLamiales
- familyLamiaceae
- genusCallicarpa
- speciesCallicarpa dichotoma
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No
Berries are not considered toxic to pets or humans, but are not typically eaten.