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Paper mulberry (Broussonetia papyrifera)

Paper mulberry (Broussonetia papyrifera) is a fast-growing, deciduous tree known for its lobed leaves and papery bark, historically used for papermaking. It readily colon

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Sunlight

Full Sun to Partial Shade

Watering

Moderate

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Hardy

Fertilizer

Low

Care Requirements

Light

Full Sun to Partial Shade

Prefers full sun for best growth, but tolerates partial shade.

Watering

Moderate

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Hardy

Tolerates a wide range of temperatures, hardy in USDA zones 5-10.

Fertilizing

Low

Requires minimal fertilization; a light feeding in spring is sufficient.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Garden, Pot

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

10-20 m

Spread

5-10 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

Yes

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Lobed

Flower Size

Small

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

Weed Status

Yes

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Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderRosales
  • familyMoraceae
  • genusBroussonetia
  • speciesBroussonetia papyrifera
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

The milky sap can cause skin irritation. The plant is toxic to horses, potentially causing colic and laminitis. While ripe fruit is edible for humans, other parts are not typically consumed.

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