Morus indica
L.
Indian mulberry
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Summary
Source: WikipediaMorus indica is a species of flowering plant in the mulberry family Moraceae. As with other mulberries, it is a deciduous tree. Morus indica is native to the temperate and sub-tropical Himalayan region and is currently cultivated in India, China, Japan, and East Africa.
Description
A shrub or small tree. The small branches are hairy when young. The leaves are oval and can have lobes. There are teeth along the edge. The leaves are 4-12 cm long by 3-9 cm wide. Male and female flowers are often on separate branches. The fruit are black when ripe.
Edible Uses
The ripe fruit are eaten fresh and used to make jams, jellies, and drinks. The buds are used as a vegetable.
Traditional Uses
The fruit are used to make jams, jellies and drinks. The ripe fruit are eaten fresh. The buds are used as a vegetable.
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Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Africa, Asia, Bangladesh, China, Colombia, East Africa, Himalayas, India, Japan, Mozambique, Myanmar, Nepal, Northeastern India, Pakistan, SE Asia, Sikkim, South America, Sri Lanka, Tanzania,
Also Known As
Deshi tut, Eidibala, Kimbu, Labri, Latek, Mawn, Mekrap-kung, Momontsungthi, Ngap-septing, Posa, Sahtoot, Sanu-kimbu, Soit, Toor toot
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