Morus rubra, commonly known as the red mulberry, is a species of mulberry native to eastern and central North America. It is found from Ontario, Minnesota, and Vermont south to southern Florida, and west as far as southeastern South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, and central Texas. There have been reports of isolated populations in New Mexico, Idaho, and British Columbia. Red mulberry is a deciduous tree, growing to 10–15 m (35–50 ft) tall, rarely 20 m (65 ft), with a trunk up to 50 cm (20 in) in diameter. It is a small to medium-sized tree that reaches a height of 70 feet and lives up to 125 years. The fruit is a compound cluster of several small achenes surrounded by a fleshy calyx, similar in appearance to a blackberry. The berries are edible and very sweet, can be eaten raw or also aids in the preparation of pies, jellies and also jams, used in the fillings of pastries, and fermented into wine. The fruits are very beneficial and provides a sizeable amount of Vitamin A, C , protein, calcium, iron and also rich in fiber. Since the fruit contains antioxidant resveratrol properties it aids in boasting up the bodyes health and also the heartes health. The fruit obtains its color from the Anthocyamins which also possess antioxidant properties, The complications of stroke, blood clots are also solved. The excellent digestive ability in the fruit solves Gastroenterological problems, The leaves are used for losing weight, regulating blood pressure levels, reducing the cholesterol levels, adding on bone weight, enhances the skin, reduces hypertension, promotes digestion capabilities, solves constipation too. Bloom Time March to April Fruiting between 3-4 years of age Hardiness Zone 4-10 Native Area Eastern United States Growth Rate Moderate