White Mulberry
Morus alba
| Common Name: | White Mulberry (Russian mulberry, silkworm mulberry) |
| Scientific Name: | Morus alba |
| Family: | Moraceae |
| Growth Form: | Tree |
| Native Range: | Eastern and central |
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| Introduction: | The White mulberry was brought to the |
| Description: | ·Leaves: Alternate, simple, toothed, 3-7 cm (1.5-3 in.) long. Light green, varying number of lobes on leaves of the same plant.
·Stem: White buds, milky sap. Can grow up to 15 m (45 ft.) at maturity. ·Flowers: Green, inconspicuous, on catkins. ·Fruit: Berry-like. Can be white, lavender or black. Sweet in taste. |
| Threats: | The White mulberry does not cause ecological harm in areas where it has naturalized. Immature White mulberries are sometimes considered weeds. |
| Fun Facts: | The White mulberry can be eaten, although we do not recommend eating it, and is commonly made into jam. |
Variable leaf forms
Mature fruit