White Mulberry (Morus alba multicaulis)

Family: Moraceae | Edibility: Choice Edible (4/5)

Morus alba multicaulis is a deciduous Tree growing to 18 m (59ft 1in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 4. It is in flower in May, and the seeds ripen from July to August. The species is monoecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but both sexes can be found on the same plant). The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries, Leaves, Shoots, Bark/Inner Bark

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Sweet but usually insipid. — Sweet but usually insipid.; It contains about 1.5% protein, 0.4% fat, 7.8% carbohydrate, 0.7% malic acid.; A richer flavour develops if the fruit is dried, it can then be used as a raisin substitute.; The fruit is up to 25mm long.

Habitat & North American Range

Not known in a truly wild situation. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)