Broussonetia papyrifera

Paper mulberry

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Fast-growing deciduous tree with papery bark and heart-shaped leaves, native to East Asia. Valued for fiber production and ornamental foliage in warm climates.
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Plant Details

Common Name Paper mulberry
Family Moraceae
Genus Broussonetia
Species Papyrifera
Origin East Asia
Blooming Dioecious, small green catkins in spring (often inconspicuous indoors)
Leaf Color Medium to dark green
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining loamy soil, tolerates various pH, prefers slightly acidic to neutral mix

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Watering

Regular watering during growing season, allow topsoil to dry between waterings, drought tolerant once established

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun for best growth and bark texture, partial shade acceptable indoors

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Fertilization

Balanced fertilizer monthly during spring/summer active growth period

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Pruning

Prune heavily in late winter to control size and shape, remove dead wood

Pest Control Aphid Leafhopper Scale Insect Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
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Mar
Apr
May
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Aug
Sep
Oct
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Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 7 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 80%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1000 – 20000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1200 – 3500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
350 – 2200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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