Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
murrayana
ID:
744939

Status:
valid

Authors:
Saar & Galla

Source:
ksu

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 91: 106 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744272



Common Names

  • Morus Murrayana
  • Murray's Mulberry
  • Murray's Mulberry


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Synonyms

  • Morus rubra murrayana (Saar & Galla) Saar [unknown]

Description

Morus murrayana (also called 'Murrayana', among many other common names) is a shrub native to Colombia. It has long, narrow leaves and grows in wet and dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Morus murrayana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to make perfumes and essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Morus murrayana is yellow and tubular, with a diameter of 1 cm. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Morus murrayana is a deciduous tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The tree should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Morus murrayana

Morus murrayana is native to North America and can be found in moist meadows, grasslands, and along roadsides.

Morus murrayana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Morus murrayana?

Morus murrayana

What is the common name of Morus murrayana?

Murray's mulberry

What is the natural habitat of Morus murrayana?

Grasslands and scrublands

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,

References

Dayle E. Saar: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Saar' in the authors string.
Stephanie J. Galla: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Galla' in the authors string.