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Mulberry Tree
Morus sp. · Moraceae
How it looks
The mulberry tree is a deciduous tree with large, heart- to palmate-shaped, toothed and lobed leaves arranged alternately. Small green flowers gather in spikes, and elongated black, red, or white mulberries hang in clusters. It reaches 16-49 ft (5-15 m) tall.
Mulberry Tree is listed as non-toxic to cats by the ASPCA. An occasional nibble is unlikely to cause any real trouble.
Guide for parents
Even with a safe plant, make a habit of picking up fallen leaves the same day. If your cat likes to dig in or eat potting soil, fertilizer ingredients can upset their stomach — covering the soil with pebbles works well. If it comes home as a cut stem, florists often treat it with preservatives, so place the vase where your cat can't drink the water.
Details
- Scientific name
- Morus sp.
- Common name
- Mulberry Tree
- Family
- Moraceae
- Source
- ASPCA
