Broussonetia papyrifera Paper mulberry (Moraceae) Deciduous tree

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Broussonetia papyrifera
Paper mulberry
Deciduous tree
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The Broussonetia papyrifera plant species is found in E. Asia - China. Occasionally naturalized in S.E. Europe[50]. It is a member of the Moraceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Paper mulberry.

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Latin Name:  Broussonetia papyrifera
Common Name:  Paper mulberry
Family:  Moraceae
Author:  (L.)Vent.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  9   Mature Width:  9

Habitat:  Thickets, mountain ravines and forests[109].

Medicinal Information: Astringent, diuretic, tonic, vulnerary[178]. The leaf juice is diaphoretic and laxative - it is also used in the treatment of dysentery[218]. It is also poulticed onto various skin disorders, bites etc[218]. The stembark is haemostatic[218]. The fruit is diuretic, ophthalmic, stimulant, stomachic and tonic[218]. The root is cooked with other foods as a lactogogue[218].

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