Korean Mulberry
Morus australisfam. Moraceae
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Overview
Korean Mulberry (Morus australis) is an ornamental and edible tree native to regions including Assam, Bangladesh, Cambodia, China, India, Korea, Laos, Myanmar, Taiwan, Thailand, Tibet, and Vietnam. This member of the Moraceae family thrives in moist, light to medium soil types and can grow up to 7.5 meters tall. It is known for its edible fruit and documented medicinal uses, making it a versatile plant both in cultivation and traditional medicine practices. One distinctive feature of this tree is its adaptability to various growing conditions, including partial sun to full shade.
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What is Korean Mulberry?
Korean Mulberry (Morus australis) is an ornamental and edible tree native to regions including Assam, Bangladesh, Cambodia, China, India, Korea, Laos, Myanmar, Taiwan, Thailand, Tibet, and Vietnam. This member of the Moraceae family thrives in moist, light to medium soil types and can grow up to 7.
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Growingconditions · propagation · uses
VCultivation
Cultivation
Korean Mulberry thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist soil that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay). It grows well in hardiness zones 6-9, making it suitable for temperate regions. For propagation, use seeds or cuttings. The plant can reach a height of 7.5 meters and produces edible fruit. Ensure the soil remains consistently moist to support healthy growth.
Light
Full sun, Partial sun/shade
Water
Moist
Soil
Light (sandy), Medium, Heavy (clay)
Hardiness
6-9
Mature size
7.5 m tall
For first-time growers
How to grow Korean Mulberry for the first time
8steps
Start with planting a Korean Mulberry in your garden for a rewarding beginner project.
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What you'll need
Korean Mulberry saplings, gardening gloves, spade or shovel.
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Best time to plant
Plant in spring after the last frost or fall before the first freeze.
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Soil and container prep
Choose a location with well-draining soil that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay). Ensure it gets full sun to partial shade.
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Sowing or transplanting
Transplant saplings from containers into the garden. Dig a hole twice as wide and deep as the root ball.
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First two weeks
Water regularly, keeping soil moist but not waterlogged. Monitor for pests and diseases.
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Ongoing care
Water deeply once or twice a week during dry spells. Fertilize in early spring with composted manure. Prune to shape the tree in late winter.
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Harvest or pruning
Prune annually in late winter to maintain shape and remove dead branches. Harvest fruit when ripe, usually in summer.
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Common mistakes
Overwatering, planting in heavy clay soil without amending, neglecting regular pruning.
VIEdible & utility
Edible & utility
Edible parts:Fruit
Edible uses: The Korean Mulberry's fruit is edible and can be eaten raw or used in various preparations. It is commonly consumed fresh but can also be dried for later use. The fruit can add a sweet flavor to jams, jellies, and desserts.
Other uses:Fiber
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17 native · 13 introduced
Distribution
17 native · 13 introducedDistribution across4 continents· 17 native· 13 introduced
Europe4 regions
introduced (4)AustriaBulgariaFranceGreece
Asia12 regions
native (11)BangladeshCambodiaChinaIndiaJapanLaosMyanmarSouth KoreaTaiwanThailandVietnam
introduced (1)Georgia
Americas1 region
introduced (1)United States
Oceania1 region
introduced (1)Fiji
Broader regions
native:Nansei-shoto, Hainan
introduced:Florida, Easter Is., District of Columbia, Delaware, Connecticut, Arkansas
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