Purple Beautyberry

Callicarpa dichotoma is a species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is sometimes referred to by the common names purple beautyberry or early amethyst. They are cultivated as garden shrubs. The flowers are pink to white. The berries which are small drupes are purple. The fruits grow closely together in large clusters. The fruit provides food for wild life. The berries are edible and have a mild taste. This species can be found in China, Vietnam, Korea and Japan.