🌿Native Nature

American beautyberry

Callicarpa americana

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Lamiales ›Family: Lamiaceae ›Genus: Callicarpa

About

Callicarpa americana (American beautyberry) is an open-habit, native shrub of the Southern United States which is often grown as an ornamental in gardens and yards. American beautyberries produce large clusters of purple berries, which birds and deer eat, thus distributing the seeds.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of American beautyberry?
The scientific name of American beautyberry is Callicarpa americana.
What kingdom does American beautyberry belong to?
American beautyberry belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does American beautyberry belong to?
American beautyberry belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does American beautyberry belong to?
American beautyberry belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does American beautyberry belong to?
American beautyberry belongs to the order Lamiales.
What family does American beautyberry belong to?
American beautyberry belongs to the family Lamiaceae.
What genus does American beautyberry belong to?
American beautyberry belongs to the genus Callicarpa.