Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
magnifolia
ID:
770701

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci. 20: 437 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000770034



Common Names

  • Large-leaved Beautyberry
  • Bigleaf Beautyberry
  • American Beautyberry


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Description

Callicarpa magnifolia (also called Magnificent Beautyberry, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas. It has dark green, glossy leaves and clusters of small, bright purple berries. It grows in a variety of habitats including forests, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Callicarpa magnifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a food source for birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Callicarpa magnifolia has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves that are arranged in an alternate pattern.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Callicarpa magnifolia is a hardy, evergreen perennial that grows in clumps. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Callicarpa magnifolia

Callicarpa magnifolia is native to Asia and can be found in moist forests.

Callicarpa magnifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Callicarpa magnifolia?

Callicarpa magnifolia

What is the common name of Callicarpa magnifolia?

Magnificent Beautyberry

What is the growth habit of Callicarpa magnifolia?

It is an evergreen shrub

Species in the Callicarpa genus

Callicarpa aculeolata, Callicarpa acuminata, Callicarpa acutidens, Callicarpa acutifolia, Callicarpa albidotomentella, Callicarpa alongensis, Callicarpa americana, Callicarpa ampla, Callicarpa angusta, Callicarpa angustifolia, Callicarpa anisophylla, Callicarpa anomala, Callicarpa apoensis, Callicarpa arborea, Callicarpa areolata, Callicarpa badipilosa, Callicarpa barbata, Callicarpa basilanensis, Callicarpa basitruncata, Callicarpa baviensis, Callicarpa bicolor, Callicarpa bodinieri, Callicarpa bodinieroides, Callicarpa borneensis, Callicarpa bracteata, Callicarpa brevipes, Callicarpa brevipetiolata, Callicarpa brevistyla, Callicarpa bucheri, Callicarpa candicans, Callicarpa cathayana, Callicarpa caudata, Callicarpa cinnamomea, Callicarpa collina, Callicarpa crassinervis, Callicarpa cubensis, Callicarpa cuneifolia, Callicarpa denticulata, Callicarpa dentosa, Callicarpa dichotoma, Callicarpa dolichophylla, Callicarpa erioclona, Callicarpa erythrosticta, Callicarpa fasciculiflora, Callicarpa ferruginea, Callicarpa flavida, Callicarpa floccosa, Callicarpa formosana, Callicarpa fulva, Callicarpa fulvohirsuta,

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

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