Red Mulberry
Common Name: Red Mulberry
Species Name: Morus rubra L.
Family Name: Moraceae
Plant Type: Trees
| Plant Facts | |
|---|---|
| Origin | North America |
| Duration | Perennial |
| Distribution in Oklahoma | Throughout except western edge and panhandle |
| Sun Preference | Moderately shade tolerant |
| Susceptibility | Armlillaria, root rot and foliar diseases |
ID Characteristics
- Field Identification Characteristics
Shade tree, fruit eaten by wildlife
- Leaf and Stem Characteristics
- Plant Height: 12-inch diameter, 50-foot height
- Leaves: Decidious Broadleaf
- Leaf Type: Simple
- Leaf Arrangement: Alternate
- Leaf Shape: Ovate
- Stipules: Yes
- Floral Characteristics
- Petals: Stalked axillary pendulous catkins
- Flower Color: Greenish-yellow
- Flower Timing: Spring
- Fruit Type: Berry
| Habitat/Ecology | |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Woodlands, closed canopy forests and near streams |
| Soil Type | Moist soil but not riparian |
| USDA Cold Hardiness Zone | 6 to 8 |
| Successional Stage | Mid |