Himalayan Mulberry (Morus macroura)

Family: Moraceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Morus macroura is a deciduous Tree growing to 10 m (32ft 10in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in flower from April to 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). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Sweetish when fully ripe. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; Sweetish when fully ripe.; The yellowish-white fruit is 6 - 12cm long.

Habitat & North American Range

Forests in the mountains of Szechwan. Open hillsides at elevations of 1000 - 2000 metres in Nepal. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)