Beautyberry, Japanese callicarpa, Japanese Beautyberry

Callicarpa japonica

Physical Characteristics

Callicarpa japonica is a deciduous Shrub growing to 2 m (6ft 7in) at a medium rate. It is in flower in August, and the seeds ripen in October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

E. Asia - China, Japan, Manchuria..

Habitats

Woodland Garden Dappled Shade;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Edible Uses: Tea The leaves are a tea substitute[177, 183].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known