American beautyberry (Callicarpa americana) is an attractive, common landscape shrub native to the Southeastern United States. It produces edible berries that can be turned into flavorful recipes as well as leaves that can be used as an effective mosquito repellent. Below, you’ll find out how to ID, grow, and use American beautyberries!
Table of contents:
1. Introduction to beautyberries
2. American vs Asian beautyberries (with video comparison)
3. How to grow and harvest American beautyberries
4. Beautyberry medicinal uses and insect repellent
5. How to eat beautyberries – with recipes!

Ripe beautyberries in our harvest basket.