Spiceberry

Spiceberry is a common name for several plants and can refer to:

• Callicarpa, a genus of shrubs and small trees in the family Verbenaceae.
• Lindera benzoin, a plant species in the family Lauraceae, commonly known as spicebush.
• Rhus aromatica, a shrub in the family Anacardiaceae, commonly known as fragrant sumac.

Callicarpa

Callicarpa is a genus of about 140 species of shrubs and small trees in the family Verbenaceae, native to warm temperate and tropical regions throughout the world. The genus is characterized by its small, purplish fruits, which are often aromatic, hence the common name "spiceberry". The fruits are a valuable food source for birds and other wildlife.

Lindera benzoin

Lindera benzoin, also known as spicebush, is a plant species in the family Lauraceae. It is native to eastern North America and is commonly found in moist, deciduous woodlands. The plant is known for its fragrant, spicy aroma, which is particularly noticeable in its leaves and bark, hence the common name "spiceberry". The fruits of Lindera benzoin are used in traditional medicine and as a spice in cooking.

Rhus aromatica

Rhus aromatica, commonly known as fragrant sumac or spiceberry, is a deciduous shrub in the family Anacardiaceae. It is native to North America and is found in a variety of habitats, from dry, rocky slopes to moist, deciduous forests. The plant is known for its aromatic leaves and berries, which are used in traditional medicine and as a spice.

See also

• List of culinary herbs and spices
• List of plants used in herbalism