Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alba
ID:
448573

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 986 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000447905

Common Names

  • White Mulberry
  • Paper Mulberry
  • Chinese Mulberry

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Synonyms

  • Morus cucullata Bonaf. [unknown]
  • Morus chinensis Lodd. [unknown]
  • Morus constantinopolitana hort. ex Poir. [unknown]
  • Morus guzziola hort. ex Steud. [unknown]
  • Morus heterophylla Loudon [unknown]
  • Morus dulcis Royle [unknown]
  • Morus atropurpurea Roxb. [unknown]
  • Morus nana Audib. ex Loisel. [unknown]
  • Morus multicaulis Perr. [unknown]
  • Morus lucida hort. ex Loudon [unknown]
  • Morus kaki hort. ex Lavallée [unknown]
  • Morus lhou Koidz. [unknown]
  • Morus levasseurei hort. ex Lavallée [unknown]
  • Morus mariettii hort. ex Steud. [unknown]
  • Morus romana Lodd. ex Spach [unknown]
  • Morus pumila Balb. [unknown]
  • Morus patavina hort. ex Spach [unknown]
  • Morus patavia Audib. ex Dippel [unknown]
  • Morus tokwa hort. ex K.Koch [unknown]
  • Morus venosa Delile ex Spach [unknown]
  • Morus alba atropurpurea (Roxb.) Bureau [unknown]
  • Morus alba multicaulis (Perr.) Loudon [unknown]
  • Morus alba alba [unknown]
  • Morus alba latifolia (Poir.) Bureau [unknown]
  • Morus alba tatarica (L.) Ser. [unknown]
  • Morus alba alba [unknown]
  • Morus intermedia Perr. [unknown]
  • Morus alba bungeana Bureau [unknown]
  • Morus nigriformis Koidz. [unknown]
  • Morus alba skeletoniana (C.K.Schneid.) Rehder [unknown]
  • Morus alba skeletoniana C.K.Schneid. [unknown]
  • Morus alba emarginata Y.B.Wu [unknown]

Description

Morus alba (also called White mulberry, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to the Mediterranean region. It grows up to 20 meters in height and has a rounded crown. It is found in dry open woodlands and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Morus alba is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Morus alba var. tatarica (L.) Loudon

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Morus alba has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Morus alba is a fast-growing, deciduous tree that can reach up to 15 m in height. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The tree should be watered regularly and fertilized twice a year.

Where to Find Morus alba

Morus alba can be found in many temperate regions of the world, including Europe, Asia, and North America. It is often found in parks, gardens, and along roadsides.

Morus alba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Morus alba?

Morus alba

What is the common name of Morus alba?

White Mulberry

What are the characteristics of Morus alba?

Morus alba is a deciduous tree with large, lobed leaves and small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters.

Species in the Moraceae family

Allaeanthus greveanus, Allaeanthus kurzii, Allaeanthus luzonicus, Allaeanthus zeylanicus, Antiaris toxicaria, Antiaropsis decipiens, Antiaropsis uniflora, Artocarpus albobrunneus, Artocarpus altilis, Artocarpus altissimus, Artocarpus anisophyllus, Artocarpus annulatus, Artocarpus avatifolius, Artocarpus blancoi, Artocarpus brevipedunculatus, Artocarpus camansi, Artocarpus chama, Artocarpus corneri, Artocarpus elasticus, Artocarpus excelsus, Artocarpus fulvicortex, Artocarpus glaucus, Artocarpus gomezianus, Artocarpus gongshanensis, Artocarpus heterophyllus, Artocarpus hirsutus, Artocarpus hispidus, Artocarpus horridus, Artocarpus hypargyreus, Artocarpus integer, Artocarpus jarrettiae, Artocarpus kemando, Artocarpus lacucha, Artocarpus lanceifolius, Artocarpus longifolius, Artocarpus lowii, Artocarpus mariannensis, Artocarpus multifidus, Artocarpus nanchuanensis, Artocarpus nigrifolius, Artocarpus nitidus, Artocarpus nobilis, Artocarpus obtusus, Artocarpus odoratissimus, Artocarpus palembanicus, Artocarpus petelotii, Artocarpus pinnatisectus, Artocarpus pithecogallus, Artocarpus primackii, Artocarpus reticulatus,

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