Morus, a genus of flowering plants in the family Moraceae, consists of 19 species of deciduous trees commonly known as mulberries, growing wild and under cultivation in many temperate world regions.

Dec 1, 2020 · Mulberry (Morus spp.) is a fast growing, deciduous woody tree species of Moraceae family with perennial nature and origin in Himalayan foot hills of India and China (Soo-ho et al., 1990; Vijayan, 2010; Khan et al., 2013; Yuan and Zhao, 2017; Rohela et al., 2020).

Feb 8, 2025 · mulberry, (genus Morus), genus of about 10 species of small to medium-sized trees in the family Moraceae and their sweet edible fruits. Mulberries are native to temperate Asia and North America, and several species are cultivated for their fruits and as ornamentals. Mulberry plants are also important as food for silkworms.

Mulberry (Morus spp.) has been commercially exploited as the host of monophagous pest silk worm (Bombyx mori). It belongs to the family Moraceae which is composed of 37 genera with more than 1,100 species including fig, banyan, bread fruit and upas.

Sep 5, 2024 · Mulberry (Morus spp.) is a medium-sized deciduous tree with small blackberry-like fruits that are delicious but messy. Learn to grow one in your yard.

Nov 13, 2024 · Mulberries (Morus spp.) are fast-growing, deciduous trees or shrubs valued for their sweet, nutritious fruit and adaptability to various climates. Native to temperate and subtropical regions across Asia, Africa, and the Americas, mulberries have been cultivated for thousands of years for their fruit, leaves (notably for feeding silkworms in the ...

Scientific name: Morus spp. Common name: mulberry. Native: Yes. Native range: Morus rubra is native to North America , whereas Morus alba is native to China . Distribution in North America: Click to view the USDA Plants Database page for Morus spp. USDA Zones: 4-8

Feb 1, 2020 · Mulberry (Morus spp.; Family- Moraceae) is widely distributed in the temperate, subtropical, or tropical regions of the world and can grow in a wide range of climatic, topographical, and soil conditions (Hosseini et al., 2018).

Apr 6, 2024 · Mulberry (Morus spp.), a member of the Moraceae family, is identified as a special plant because of its wide geographic distribution across continents, its versatility in cultivation,...

Nov 22, 2017 · Mulberry (Morus sp.) is a perennial deciduous tree, and reported to have originated in the lower Himalayan belt of Indo–China region, the primary centre of plant origin (Vavilov 1951) and migrated to various places.

These three Morus spp. are now cultivated from temperate areas of northwest and central Asia, Europe and North America, through the tropics of Asia, Africa, and Latin America, to the southern hemisphere subtropics and temperate regions of southern Africa, South America and Australasia.

Jul 11, 2018 · Mulberries are deciduous understory trees with worldwide distribution and a long history of human cultivation. In North America we have two native species, the American (red) mulberry M. rubra of the East, and the Texas mulberry M. microphylla of the Southwest.

Sep 11, 2023 · The mulberry (Morus spp.) is a fruiting tree rich in flavor, with nutritious foliage, a myriad of medicinal and culinary value, and a fascinating history. With numerous species, hybrids, and endless cultivars to choose from—a mulberry may be …

Fruitless varieties of Morus alba are preferred, such as 'Fan San', 'Fruitless', and 'Stribling'. Mulberries grow best in full sun and will tolerate aridity when established. With adequate moisture and fertilizer, they grow faster. They can be difficult to garden under because of shallow roots.

Nov 8, 2023 · The mulberry tree, scientifically known as Morus, is a botanical wonder that captures the heart and the eye. Its elegant, deciduous foliage and the promise of sweet, succulent fruits make it a beloved addition to gardens and landscapes around the world.

Black Mulberry (Morus nigra) Large, shiny fruit similar to Persian. Can be grown as a tree or large shrub. Attractive to birds. Self-fruitful. The black mulberry comes in a dwarf variety that is most commonly available in our region.

Jul 1, 2020 · Mulberry (Morus spp.) of Moraceae family has been regarded as a unique plant on this earth due to its broader geological distribution across the continents; ability to be cultivated in...

May 15, 2023 · Mulberry trees (Morus spp.) enjoyed popularity in years past as ornamental shade trees, as well as for their plentiful edible fruit. Both mulberry tree leaves and the edible berries of mulberry trees have long been used by native people of eastern North America.

Mulberry ( Morus spp.) is a fast growing, deciduous woody tree species of Moraceae family with perennial nature and or igin in Himalayan foot hills of India and China (Soo -ho et

Apr 1, 2022 · Mulberries (Morus spp.) are absent from Haliburton Flora; just its relations hops and marijuana made the cut. I have seen them around, likely all planted for landscaping. While there is an extremely rare native red mulberry (Morus rubra), it grows in Carolinian zones south of here.