Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
rubella
ID:
771576

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Bot. Reg. 11: t. 883 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000770909



Common Names

  • Red Beautyberry
  • Red Callicarpa
  • Red Shrubby Beautyberry


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Description

Callicarpa rubella (also called 'Red Beautyberry' or 'Red Callicarpa', among many other common names) is a shrub with small, white flowers and purple berries. It is native to South America and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Callicarpa rubella is an ornamental plant, often used in flower beds and borders. The flowers are also used in cut flower arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Callicarpa rubella has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two or three short, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Callicarpa rubella can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is best to keep the soil moist but not soggy. It is relatively easy to care for and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures.

Where to Find Callicarpa rubella

Callicarpa rubella is native to Mexico and can be found in open, dry areas such as grasslands and scrublands.

Callicarpa rubella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Callicarpa rubella?

Callicarpa rubella

What is the common name of Callicarpa rubella?

Red Beautyberry

What type of plant is Callicarpa rubella?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-30961: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.