Paper Mulberry Plan
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia papyrifera) grows up to 30 ft, thrives in well-drained soil, full sun, moderate moisture, and is medicinal but not edible.
Habit
Tree
Height
5-7 m
Growth
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained, fertile
Shade
Full
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
No
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
East Asia
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
20-30°C
Humidity (%)
60-70%
Potting media
Loamy, peat
Fertilizers
Balanced NPK (10-10-10)
Watering
Regular, moderate
Plant Weight
500-1000 g
Flowering Time
Spring, Summer
Soil Ph level
6.0 - 7.5
Water Ph level
6.0 - 7.0
Soil EC
1-2 dS/m
Yield Per Plant
Paper (bark)
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
Used for paper production, medicinal use
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% compost, 25% peat moss, 25% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 6 weeks with nitrogen-rich fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Leaf Spot, Rust, Downy Mildew, Aphid Infestation, Root Rot
Brown or black lesions on leaves, Reddish or orange pustules on leaves, White powdery growth on leaves, Distorted leaves and sticky residue, Wilting and stunted growth
Neem oil, Compost tea, sulfur spray, Improve air circulation, Insecticidal soap, Improve soil drainage.
Copper-based fungicides, Fungicides with propiconazole ,Sulfur-based fungicides, Chemical insecticides, Soil-applied fungicides
HEALTH BENEFITS
· Used in traditional medicine for anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects.
· Leaves and roots have been used to treat fever and infections.
· Some studies suggest benefits for liver protection.