1. a tropical or subtropical shrub of the genus Callicarpa, bearing small flowers and bright purple, pink, or white berries.
Usage: also called French mulberry or Spanish mulberry; commonly used in ornamental landscaping

Examples

• The beautyberry shrub produces clusters of vibrant purple berries in late summer.
• Gardeners plant beautyberries for their ornamental value and ability to attract birds.
• The beautyberry's bright berries persist on the branches even after the leaves have fallen.
• Native beautyberry species thrive in warm, humid climates.
• The delicate pink flowers of the beautyberry bloom before the colorful berries appear.