Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microphylla
ID:
1085384

Status:
valid

Authors:
Buckley

Source:
tro

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
Proc. Acad. Nat. Sci. Philadelphia 1862: 8 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001084722



Common Names

  • Morus microphylla
  • Dwarf Mulberry
  • Littleleaf Mulberry


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Description

Morus microphylla (also called 'Small-leaved Mulberry', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen tree native to the rainforests of Central and South America. It has a dense, upright canopy and grows up to 10 m in height. Its leaves are glossy green and oblong in shape. It is found in moist, tropical habitats and is often found in secondary forests.

Uses & Benefits

Morus microphylla is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Morus microphylla are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Morus microphylla is a small tree that can be propagated from seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be transplanted into individual containers and grown in a warm, sunny location. The trees should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Morus microphylla

Morus microphylla is native to the Amazon rainforest in South America.

Species in the Moraceae family

Allaeanthus greveanus, Allaeanthus kurzii, Allaeanthus luzonicus, Allaeanthus zeylanicus, Antiaris toxicaria, Antiaropsis decipiens, Antiaropsis uniflora, Artocarpus albobrunneus, Artocarpus altilis, Artocarpus altissimus, Artocarpus anisophyllus, Artocarpus annulatus, Artocarpus avatifolius, Artocarpus blancoi, Artocarpus brevipedunculatus, Artocarpus camansi, Artocarpus chama, Artocarpus corneri, Artocarpus elasticus, Artocarpus excelsus, Artocarpus fulvicortex, Artocarpus glaucus, Artocarpus gomezianus, Artocarpus gongshanensis, Artocarpus heterophyllus, Artocarpus hirsutus, Artocarpus hispidus, Artocarpus horridus, Artocarpus hypargyreus, Artocarpus integer, Artocarpus jarrettiae, Artocarpus kemando, Artocarpus lacucha, Artocarpus lanceifolius, Artocarpus longifolius, Artocarpus lowii, Artocarpus mariannensis, Artocarpus multifidus, Artocarpus nanchuanensis, Artocarpus nigrifolius, Artocarpus nitidus, Artocarpus nobilis, Artocarpus obtusus, Artocarpus odoratissimus, Artocarpus palembanicus, Artocarpus petelotii, Artocarpus pinnatisectus, Artocarpus pithecogallus, Artocarpus primackii, Artocarpus reticulatus,