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white mulberry

Morus alba

The white mulberry tree is a tall tree with big, heart-shaped leaves. It produces sweet, juicy berries that many animals love to eat!

Habitat: Urban areas

Appearance

The white mulberry is a medium-sized deciduous tree with a rounded crown and shiny green leaves, often variably lobed. Its small, cylindrical fruits ripen to an array of colors including white, pink, purple, or even black, not just white.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderRosalesFamilyMoraceaeGenusMorus
white mulberry
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white mulberry

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Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

Ancient emperors planted these trees to feed silkworms and make luxurious silk!

Despite its name, its juicy fruits can be white, pink, purple, or even black when ripe!

Mulberry 'berries' are actually clusters of tiny fruits, all fused together!

The white mulberry can shoot its pollen into the air faster than a speeding bullet!

Special abilities

Ability

Silkworm Feast

White mulberry has specialized leaves packed with nutrients that are the sole food for silkworms, helping produce silk.

Ability

Rapid Recovery

This tough tree can quickly regrow from pruning or damage, allowing it to thrive even in disturbed areas.

Ability

Fruit Spreader

White mulberry produces abundant, sweet fruits that attract many animals, effectively dispersing its seeds far and wide.

Measurements & details

Height
1000-2000 cm
Spread
800-1500 cm
Bloom Season
Spring
Edible
Yes
Toxicity
None
Lifecycle
Perennial
Pollination Method
Wind

Ecological connections

eats

silkworm

Bombyx mori

sole food source for silk production

eats

American Robin

Turdus migratorius

disperses seeds in droppings

eats

Eastern Gray Squirrel

Sciurus carolinensis

helps spread seeds by burying them

eats

humans

Homo sapiens

cultivated for fruit and silk production

Traits

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Always wash your hands after touching leaves or berries.

Frequently Asked Questions

How tall is white mulberry?

1000-2000 cm

How wide does white mulberry spread?

800-1500 cm

When does white mulberry bloom?

Spring

Is white mulberry edible?

Yes

Is white mulberry toxic?

None

What is white mulberry's lifecycle?

Perennial

How is white mulberry pollinated?

Wind

Where is white mulberry usually found?

Urban areas

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