Description
Callicarpa baviensis (also called Bavarian Beautyberry, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Lamiaceae family. It is native to Europe and is found in forests, grasslands, and shrublands. It has small purple flowers and bright purple berries.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Callicarpa baviensis is a small, white, four-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, three-angled nutlet. The seedlings are small and slender, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Callicarpa baviensis can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a warm, sunny location. Division should be done in early spring or late autumn. The plant should be divided into several sections, each with a few roots and leaves, and then planted in a well-drained, sandy soil in a warm, sunny location.