Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wittiorum
ID:
1240756

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hand.-Mazz.

Source:
tro

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Anz. Akad. Wiss. Wien, Math.-Naturwiss. Kl. 58: 88 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001240094



Common Names

  • Morus
  • Witt's Mulberry
  • Morus Wittiorum


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Description

Morus wittiorum (also called Witt's Mulberry, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has leathery, oblong leaves and small, white, fragrant flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas such as forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Morus wittiorum is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, cough, and diarrhea. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and to make paper and clothing.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Morus wittiorum has small white flowers with yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Morus wittiorum is an evergreen tree that can reach up to 30 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed in the spring or by cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be about 4-6 inches long. The cuttings should be placed in a moist medium such as sand or perlite and kept in a warm, humid environment until roots form.

Where to Find Morus wittiorum

Morus wittiorum is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Fujian, Guangdong, and Guangxi.

Morus wittiorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Morus wittiorum?

Morus wittiorum

What is the common name of Morus wittiorum?

Witt's mulberry

Where is Morus wittiorum found?

Morus wittiorum is found in the eastern United States and eastern Canada.

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