Hua Sang
Morus cathayana
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Overview
Hua Sang, scientifically known as Morus cathayana, is a deciduous tree native to China's North-Central, South-Central, and Southeast regions, as well as Japan and Korea. This plant thrives in full sun to partial shade, prefers moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay), and is hardy in zones 5-9. Known for its edible fruit and leaves, Hua Sang has been utilized both medicinally and ornamentally. Its distinctive feature includes the ability to grow up to 15 meters tall, making it a notable presence in its native habitats.
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What is Hua Sang?
Hua Sang, scientifically known as Morus cathayana, is a deciduous tree native to China's North-Central, South-Central, and Southeast regions, as well as Japan and Korea. This plant thrives in full sun to partial shade, prefers moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay), and is hardy in zones 5-9.
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Growingconditions · propagation · uses
VCultivation
Cultivation
Hua Sang thrives in full to partial sun and requires moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay). It is hardy in zones 5-9 and grows up to 15 meters tall. Propagate through seeds or cuttings. The plant's fruit and leaves are edible.
Light
Full sun, Partial sun/shade
Water
Moist
Soil
Light (sandy), Medium, Heavy (clay)
Hardiness
5-9
Mature size
15.0 m tall
For first-time growers
How to grow Hua Sang for the first time
7steps
Start with planting Hua Sang in a sunny spot and follow these steps for success.
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What you'll need
Seeds or young plants, garden gloves, trowel.
- 2
Best time to plant
Plant seeds in spring after the last frost or transplant young plants anytime from early spring to late summer.
- 3
Soil and container prep
Choose a location with well-draining soil that is light, medium, or heavy. Ensure containers are at least 150 cm deep and wide.
- 4
Sowing or transplanting
For seeds, sow them shallowly in moist soil. For young plants, dig a hole twice the size of the root ball and plant it at the same depth as it was in its container.
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First two weeks
Water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Monitor for pests and diseases.
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Ongoing care
Provide full sun or partial shade, especially during hot afternoons. Water deeply once a week, more often in dry spells. Fertilize with compost every spring.
- 7
Harvest or pruning
Prune young plants to shape them and remove any dead or diseased branches. Harvest fruit when it is fully colored and firm.
VIEdible & utility
Edible & utility
Edible parts:FruitLeaves
Edible uses: Tea
Contextrange · companions · related
VIIDistribution
5 native · 2 introduced
Distribution
5 native · 2 introducedDistribution across1 continent· 5 native· 2 introduced
Asia5 regions
native (3)ChinaJapanSouth Korea
introduced (2)LaosVietnam
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