Red Mulberry
© Winnie Burkett
Morus rubra
Family: Moraceae (Mulberry Family)
Red Mulberry is a fast-growing, attractive small tree. It grows well in both sunny and shady locations. It is also tolerant of varying soil conditions. Only female plants have berries.
- Scientific Name: Morus rubra
- Common Names: Red Mulberry, Moral
- Family: Moraceae (Mulberry Family)
- Growth Habit: Small-sized tree with broad crown
- Height: 12-36 feet
- Leaves: Ovate, sometimes lobed
- Flowers: White, Red, Green, Brown
- Bloom Time: March
- Wildlife Benefits: The berries are much sought after by birds and other wildlife. Mulberries are an important food source for spring migrants. Many butterflies and other insects are attracted to this tree. It is the larval host for the mourning cloak butterfly.
