4 (15)m, Black Mulberry or Persian Mulberry is a very long-lived, deciduous small, round-topped tree from W Asia (Persia) and has lobed to entire, light green, strongly serrated cordate leaves. The small greenish yellow flowers are inconspicuous, but the dark red to black, raspberry-like fruits are deliciously sweet and are usually eaten fresh and raw. For any rich, well drained soil in a sunny to partially shaded, protected spot. III-V.
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