Morus cathayana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hemsl.
Source:
tro
Year:
1894
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 26: 456 (1894)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001228795
Common Names
- Morus cathayana
- Chinese Mulberry
- Chinese White Mulberry
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Morus cathayana (also called Chinese Mulberry, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves and white or pink bell-shaped flowers. It grows in moist meadows, grasslands and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Morus cathayana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make medicines.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Morus cathayana var. gongshanensis (Z.Y.Cao) Z.Y.CaoFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Morus cathayana are small, white and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Morus cathayana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Morus cathayana
Morus cathayana can be found in the Himalayan region of India and China.
Morus cathayana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Morus cathayana?
Morus cathayana
What is the natural habitat of Morus cathayana?
Morus cathayana is found in tropical and subtropical forests in China.
What is the flowering season of Morus cathayana?
Morus cathayana flowers from April to June.
Species in the Morus genus
Morus celtidifolia, Morus insignis, Morus indica, Morus alba, Morus boninensis, Morus mesozygia, Morus nigra, Morus koordersiana, Morus murrayana, Morus microphylla, Morus rubra, Morus japonica, Morus serrata, Morus liboensis, Morus cathayana, Morus mongolica, Morus wittiorum, Morus trilobata, Morus notabilis, Morus macroura,
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50057507: Based on the initial data import
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.