About Vallesia glabra (Cav.) Link
Vallesia glabra (Cav.) Link produces fruits that resemble small, white grapes or pearls, which is how the plant gained its English common name, pearlberry. This plant provides shelter, food, and water for many bird species; birds rest in its shade and feed on its fruits. This species can be found in Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador (including the Galapagos Islands), Peru, Bolivia, Argentina, Paraguay, the Bahamas, Cuba, and the United States. It is native to Florida, and has been introduced to California.
