Care of the tree Broussonetia papyrifera or Paper mulberry |
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The genus Broussonetia, family Moraceae, comprises 4 species of trees native to Eastern Asia. The species are: Broussonetia papyrifera, Broussonetia kurzii, Broussonetia kaempferi, Broussonetia monoica. Common names: Paper mulberry, Tapa cloth tree. This species is native to Asia. They are rounded trees that reach 15 meters (49.21 feet) in height. It has deciduous leaves of various forms on the same plant: some similar to those of the Mulberry trees (oval) and others lobed (like fig leaves). In spring they bloom producing male and female flowers. The fruits are orange balls 2 cm (0.78") in diameter. Paper mulberry is used as a shade tree in gardens and on streets and to fix slopes. In ancient China, its bark was used to make paper. Broussonetia papyrifera needs full sun or semi-shade exposure. Tapa cloth tree can grow in any type of soil. It is easy to transplant, in case you have to do it. Water moderately all year long, waiting for the soil to dry out; they resist drought well. Broussonetia papyrifera is a fast growing tree resistant to pests and diseases. Paper mulberry propagates by seed in spring or by cuttings in autumn. |
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