Red Mulberry Tree

Morus rubra, commonly known as the Red Mulberry, This is a deciduous tree, growing to 10-15 m tall, rarely 20 m, with a trunk up to 50 cm diameter. The leaves are alternate, 7-14 cm long and 6-12 cm broad, simple, broadly cordate, with a shallow notch at the base, typically unlobed on mature trees although often with 2-3 lobes, particularly on young trees, and with a finely serrated margin.[1] The upper surface of the leaves is noticeably rough, similar in texture to fine sandpaper, and unlike the lustrous upper surface of the leaves of White Mulberry (M. alba).[3] The underside of the leaves is covered with soft hairs. The leaf petiole exudes milky sap when severed.[4] It is hardy to -25° Celsius (USDA Zone 5).