Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
indica
ID:
448552

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000447884

Common Names

  • Indica Morus
  • Indica Morus Tree
  • Indica Morus Wood

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Synonyms

  • Morus caudatifolia Koidz. [unknown]
  • Morus cashmeriana Royle [unknown]
  • Morus expansa hort. ex Raf. [unknown]
  • Morus hachijoensis (Hotta) Hotta [unknown]
  • Morus arabica Koidz. [unknown]
  • Morus amamiana Nakai [unknown]
  • Morus kagayamae Koidz. [unknown]
  • Morus latifolia Poir. [unknown]
  • Morus mizuho Hotta [unknown]
  • Morus rotundiloba Koidz. [unknown]
  • Morus stylosa Ser. [unknown]
  • Morus bombycis Koidz. [unknown]
  • Morus mizuho Hotta [unknown]
  • Morus australis Poir. [unknown]
  • Morus longistylus Diels [unknown]
  • Morus cavaleriei H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Morus inusitata H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Morus acidosa Griff. [unknown]
  • Morus formosensis Hotta [unknown]
  • Morus australis oblongifolia Z.Y.Cao [unknown]
  • Morus hastifolia F.T.Wang & Tang ex Z.Y.Cao [unknown]
  • Morus australis inusitata (Lévl.) C.Y.Wu [unknown]
  • Morus australis incisa C.Y.Wu [unknown]
  • Morus australis hastifolia (Z.Y.Cao) Z.Y.Cao [unknown]
  • Morus australis linearipartita Z.Y.Cao [unknown]
  • Morus alba nigriformis Bureau [unknown]
  • Morus alba stylosa Bureau [unknown]
  • Morus bombycis angustifolia Koidz. [unknown]
  • Morus bombycis bifida Koidz. [unknown]
  • Morus bombycis longistyla Koidz. [unknown]
  • Morus bombycis tiliifolia Koidz. [unknown]
  • Morus stylosa ovalifolia Ser. [unknown]
  • Morus australis hachijoensis (Hotta) Kitam. [unknown]
  • Morus bombycis flexuosa Hotta [unknown]
  • Morus bombycis ikuchuensis Hotta [unknown]
  • Morus bombycis mikamiana Hotta [unknown]
  • Morus bombycis saishuensis Hotta [unknown]

Description

Morus indica (also called Indian 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 indica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Morus indica has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Morus indica 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 indica

Morus indica can be found in temperate regions of Europe, Asia, and North America.

Morus indica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Morus indica?

Morus indica

What is the common name of Morus indica?

Indian Mulberry

What are the characteristics of Morus indica?

Morus indica 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,

References