| Botanical Name |
Morus nigra |
| Common Names |
Pakistan Mulberry, Black Mulberry |
| Family |
Moraceae |
| Origin |
Western Asia (Iran region); widely cultivated in South Asia |
| Plant Type |
Tree |
| Life Cycle |
Perennial |
| Mature Size |
30–40 ft tall × 30–40 ft wide (can be kept smaller with pruning) |
| Light |
Full sun |
| Water Needs |
Moderate; drought tolerant once mature |
| Soil |
Well-draining soil; adaptable to sandy, loamy, or clay soils |
| Bloom Time |
Spring |
| Flower Color |
Greenish (inconspicuous) |
| USDA Zones |
7–10 |
| Florida Native |
No |
| Propagation |
Cuttings, grafting |
| Seasonal Traits |
Deciduous |
| Time to Harvest |
Late spring to early summer; typically fruits 2–3 years after planting |
