Prefers warm to cool temperate climates and suitable for a range of altitudes.
Mulberry
The black mulberry, also known as Morus nigra or English mulberry, is a small rounded tree native to Persia. It produces dark purple to black fruits that are sweet, tangy, and juicy, perfect for fresh eating, preserves, and baking. With a high suitability to cool temperate climates, this hardy and long-lived tree thrives in well-drained, fertile loamy soils rich in organic matter.
Morus nigra
Native to Persia
### Black Mulberry (Morus nigra) - Genus: Morus - Habitats: Native to southwestern Asia, widely grown. - Climate Preferences: Prefers warm to cool temperate climates. - Soil Preferences: Well-drained, fertile loamy soils rich in organic matter. - Description: Black mulberries produce dark purple to black fruits that are sweet, tangy, and juicy. They are excellent for fresh eating, making preserves, and baking. Black mulberry trees are slower-growing but hardy and long-lived, suitable for cooler climates with proper care. Other Relevant Information: - The black mulberry is known for its high nutritional value. It is a good source of vitamin C, iron, and dietary fiber. - In addition to its culinary uses, black mulberry leaves are used in traditional medicine for their potential health benefits, such as treating inflammation and improving digestion. - Black mulberries are often enjoyed in various forms, including jams, jellies, pies, and wines. - The tree has a distinctive growth habit with a spreading crown and can provide shade in gardens or landscapes.
Well-drained, fertile loamy soils rich in organic matter.
Also known as the English mulberry or Persian mulberry (it is native to Persia), this species is a small rounded tree (seldom more than 12 m), with a broad rounded crown. The timber is prized for turnery and carving.