Mulberry
Classification:
Family: Moraceae, mulberry family
Genus, species: Morus alba
Leaves:
Leaves are large, heart-shaped. Some leaves are deeply lobed with rounded lobes. Other leaves are unlobed with serrated edges.
Flowers:
Male and female flowers are usually on separate trees. Flowers are catkins, 1 to 2 inches long.
Fruit:
Fruit is 1 inch long, deep purple.
Common Uses and Interesting Facts:
Trees are native to China where they were cultivated for silkworms. Leaves are preferred food item for silkworms.
More Information:
The genus name Morus is from the Latin for “mulberry tree” and the species name alba means “white.”
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