You’ll often see a dramatic splash of purple in forests and gardens this time of year, as the American beautyberry produces clusters of its signature magenta-colored berries. Such a striking color often signals “toxic, don’t eat,” but the beautyberry is not only nontoxic, it also has a variety of useful applications. The website linked below details these uses, explains how to identify its exotic lookalike, and offers tips on growing your own plant.
https://www.tyrantfarms.com/how-to-use-american-beautyberries-as-food-and-mosquito-repellent/
