Large-leaf Beautyberry

The Scientific name of Large-leaf Beautyberry: Callicarpa macrophylla

Name of Large-leaf Beautyberry in different languages:-

English: Large-leaf Beautyberry

Hindi: मोटा पत्तेदार सुंदारी (Mota Pattedar Sundari)

Bengali: গুলাপি সুন্দরী (Gulapi Sundari)

Tamil: மூன்றுக்கண்கள் குருவி (Mūṉṟukkaṉkaḷ Kuruvi)

Telugu: దొంగ కర్రనకం (Doṅga Karranakam)

Kannada: ಮೂರು ಕಡ್ಡು ಹೂ (Mūru Kaḍḍu Hū)

Malayalam: മൂന്നുകാലി കരിവേല (Mūnnukāli Karivēla)

Marathi: मोठं पानभुषार (Moṭha Pānbhushāra)

Gujarati: મોટો પર્ણધારી (Moṭo Parṇadhārī)

Odia: ବଡ ପତ୍ର ସୁନ୍ଦରୀ (Bôḍa Patra Sundarī)

Assamese: ডিমৰৰ জৱাইফুল (Dímôrar Jawāiphul)

Punjabi: ਮੋਟੇ ਪੱਤਾਦਾਰ ਸੁੰਦਰੀ (Moṭē Paṭādār Sundarī)

Plant description of Large-leaf Beautyberry 

Large-leaf Beautyberry -Callicarpa macrophylla, is a deciduous shrub belonging to the Lamiaceae (mint) family. Native to the Himalayan region, including parts of India, Bhutan, and Nepal, this plant is notable for its attractive features and is sometimes cultivated for ornamental purposes. Here are some key characteristics and information about Callicarpa macrophylla:

1. Appearance:
   • Leaves: As suggested by its name, Callicarpa macrophylla has large leaves that are typically ovate or elliptic in shape. The leaves are arranged in an opposite manner along the stems.
   • Flowers: The shrub produces small, tubular, lilac to pink-colored flowers in clusters. The flowers are often inconspicuous individually, but they collectively create an attractive display.
   • Berries: One of the most distinctive features of Callicarpa macrophylla is its clusters of bright purple to violet berries. These berries, which are about the size of peas, appear in late summer and fall, adding a splash of color to the landscape.
2. Habitat and Growing Conditions:
   • Native Range: Callicarpa macrophylla is native to the eastern Himalayas, where it can be found in forested areas and on hillsides.
   • Cultivation: This beautyberry species is cultivated in gardens for its ornamental value. It typically prefers well-drained soil and can thrive in both full sun and partial shade.
3. Ornamental Use:
   • Landscaping: Callicarpa macrophylla is often grown in gardens and landscapes for its aesthetic appeal, especially the vibrant berries that persist into the fall. It can be used as a specimen plant or in mixed shrub borders.
   • Wildlife Attraction: The berries are attractive to birds, making it a potentially beneficial shrub for wildlife gardens.
4. Maintenance:
   • Pruning: Pruning can be done to maintain the shape of the shrub and encourage optimal berry production. It is often recommended to prune in late winter or early spring.
5. Other Species:
   • Callicarpa americana (American Beautyberry): Another well-known beautyberry species, native to the southeastern United States, is Callicarpa americana. It also produces vibrant purple berries and is valued for its ornamental qualities.
6. Landscaping Considerations:
   • Seasonal Interest: Callicarpa macrophylla provides seasonal interest with its flowering in summer and the prominent display of berries in the fall, making it an attractive choice for gardens.