Morus alba L.
| Etymology | Genus | Latin name for mulberry |
|---|---|---|
| Species | White, likely referring to the leaf underside. | |
| Family | Moraceae | |
| Synonyms | - | |
| Common Names | Mulberry, White Mulberry | |
| Status | Exotic: Cultivated Only | |
| Form | Shrub | |
| Native Distribution | China | |
Diagnostics
This is a sun-loving, small shrub or tree that is occasionally cultivated. The leaves are thin, with serrated margins, cordate base, and comes in varying shapes from simple to lobed.
Interesting Facts
The fruits of the Mulberry are edible and can be eaten fresh, though they are commonly dried or made into syrup extracts for longer preservation.
It is the host plant for the silkworm, and were used to nourish them more than 4,700 years ago in China to obtain silk from their cocoons.
Cultivated Mulberry at Hougang, 2025.
Leaves with varying shapes.
Leaf underside.
branch with lenticels.
Aggregated fruits, mid ripen.
Siyang ·
2025-07-19 / Modified: 2025-07-20