Persian mulberry, Black mulberry

Where does Persian mulberry grow?

Found in: Africa, Angola, Asia, Australia, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brazil, Britain, Canada, Caucasus, China, Croatia, Cuba, Denmark, Dominican Republic, East Africa, Europe, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Haiti, Himalayas, India, Indonesia, Iran, Italy, Japan, Macedonia, Malawi, Malta, Mediterranean, Mexico, Nepal, North America, Northeastern India, NW India, Pacific, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, PNG, Puerto Rico, Qatar, San Marino, Saudi Arabia, Scandinavia, SE Asia, Serbia, South Africa, Southern Africa, South America, Spain, St Helena, Sweden, Syria, Tanzania, Tasmania, Turkey, United States, West Africa, Zimbabwe

Notes: There are about 16 Morus species.

Status: They are sold in local markets. It is a cultivated food plant.

Growing Persian mulberry, Black mulberry

Cultivation: Plants can be grown from seed but such trees are very slow to grow and produce. It is grown by cuttings of 1-2 year old wood. Larger cuttings make faster growth. Cuttings are taken while trees are dormant in winter. Cuttings should be 1.5-2.5 cm across and 25-35 cm long. They need to be planted in sandy soil to half their depth. Grafted plants can also be used.

Edible Uses: The fruit are eaten. They can be eaten raw or preserved. They can be used for jams, jellies, and drinks. The leaves are used for sarma in Turkey. They are rolled around a filling of rice or minced meat.

Production: By putting a cloth under the tree and shaking the branches the fully ripe fruit fall.

Nutrition Info

Persian mulberry, Black mulberry Photos

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