Weiße Maulbeere

Rutin, von dem in dieser Pflanze mehr als in vielen anderen enthalten ist, wirkt sich auf den Menschen sehr positiv aus. Man nimmt es durch Verspeisen der Pflanzenteile oder durch Teetrinken zu sich. Es zeigt durch die Stoffwechselprodukte, die bei seiner Verdauung entstehen, nachgewiesenermaßen eine gute antioxidative, venenstärkende und entzündungshemmende Wirkung auf Blutgefäße und Darmschleimhaut. 

Pflanzen mit besonders hohem Rutingehalt sind Wildes Stiefmütterchen (Blüte), Jap. Schnurbaum (Blätter), Buchweizen (Blätter, Blüten), Weiße Maulbeere (Blätter), Petersilie (Blätter), Wasserpfeffer (Blätter), Johanniskraut (obere Pflanzenteile).

Agroforestry Services: Contour hedgerow Agroforestry Services: Living fence Fodder: Bank Fodder: Insect Industrial Crop: Biomass Management: Coppice Management: Standard Minor Global Crop Other Systems: Dyke-pond Landscape Uses:Pest tolerant, Aggressive surface roots possible, Pollard. Succeeds in a variety of soils, though it prefers a warm well-drained loamy soil in a sunny position. Plants are fairly wind-resistant, though the branches are often killed back when growing in strong maritime exposure[K]. At least some cultivars are drought resistant, the form 'Tatarica' has been especially mentioned. The white mulberry is occasionally cultivated for its edible fruit, there are a number of varieties and sub-species varying greatly in the quality of their fruit. The form M. alba multicaulis. (Perretot.)Loud. (synonym M. multicaulis. Perretot.) has been specially mentioned for its fruit. The cultivars 'Nana' and Fegyvernekiana' are dwarf forms only making shrub size. The cultivar 'Pendulum' was seen growing at Kew in July 1994 with a heavy crop of tasty fruits, the first of which were just ripening[K]. Mulberries have brittle roots and so need to be handled with care when planting them out. Any pruning should only be carried out in the winter when the plant is fully dormant because mulberries bleed badly when cut. Ideally prune only badly placed branches and dead wood. This is a good tree for growing grapes into. The grapes are difficult to pick but always seem to be healthier and free from fungal diseases. Plants in this genus are notably resistant to honey fungus. Special Features:Not North American native, Naturalizing, There are no flowers or blooms. The plant is heat tolerant in zones 8 through 1. (Plant Hardiness Zones show how well plants withstand cold winter temperatures. Plant Heat Zones show when plants would start suffering from the heat. The Plant Heat Zone map is based on the number of "heat days" experienced in a given area where the temperature climbs to over 86 degrees F (30°C). At this temperature, many plants begin to suffer physiological damage. Heat Zones range from 1 (no heat days) to 12 (210 or more heat days). For example Heat Zone. 11-1 indicates that the plant is heat tolerant in zones 11 through 1.) For polyculture design as well as the above-ground architecture (form - tree, shrub etc. and size shown above) information on the habit and root pattern is also useful and given here if available. The plant growth habit is a standard with a non-suckering single trunk [1-2]. Mulberries are typically harvested in late Spring to early Summer, depending on the specific variety and local climate conditions. Mulberry trees flower in Spring. Mulberry trees are considered fast-growing, often reaching heights of 6-12 meters (20-40 feet) within a few years under optimal conditions.

Edible Parts: Fruit Inner bark Leaves Manna Shoots Edible Uses: Tea Fruit - raw. A sweet taste, but the fruit is usually insipid. It contains about 1.5% protein, 0.5% fat, 8% carbohydrate, 0.7% malic acid. Fruits of the cultivar 'Pendulum' tried at Kew in July 1994 had a pleasant flavour[K]. A richer flavour develops if the fruit is dried, it can then be used as a raisin substitute. The fruit is up to 25mm long. Some caution is advised, see the notes above on toxicity. Per 100 g, the fruit is reported to contain 87.5 g water, 1.5 g protein, 0.49 g fat, 8.3 g carbohydrates, 1.4 g fiber, 0.9 g ash, 80 mg Ca, 40 mg P, 1.9 mg Fe, 174 IU vit. A, 9 ?g thiamine, 184 µg riboflavin, 0.8 mg nicotinic acid, and 13 mg ascorbic acid. Young leaves and shoots - cooked. A famine food, used when all else fails. The leaf makes a good vegetable, it is rich in carotene and calcium. Protein perparations from young mulberry leaves form an excellent supplement to protein-deficient diets. The dry leaves contain 18 - 28.8% protein, 0.2 - 0.7% Magnesium, 0.8 - 13.6% soluble sugars, 0.6 - 1.4% phosphorus, 2 - 3.9% potassium, 1.4 - 2.4% calcium, 0.8 - 1.8% aluminium, 0.05 - 0.26% iron, 1.8 - 2.6% silica, and 0.3 - 0.56% sulphur. The leaf also contains 10% tannin. Inner bark - roasted and ground into a meal then used as a thickener in soups etc or mixed with cereals when making bread. A famine food, used when all else fails. The tree is said to be a source of an edible manna. Young shoots can be used as a tea substitute.

Biomass Dye Fibre Fodder Shelterbelt Tannin Wood Agroforestry uses: Mulberry trees can be used for shade, erosion control, and as a forage source for livestock. The leaves are particularly valuable as food for silkworms. Additionally, they can improve soil structure and health. A fibre is obtained from the bark of one-year old stems, it is used in weaving clothes etc. The stem bark is fibrous and is used in China and Europe for paper making. The twigs are used as binding material and for making baskets. A brown dye is obtained from the trunk. The leaves contain 10% tannin. This tree can be grown as a part of a shelterbelt. The cultivar 'Tartarica' has been especially mentioned, it is very suitable for northern latitudes and is much used as a sheltebelt in Russia. The wood of the mulberry is a potentially excellent source of ethanol, with yields of up to 6% from sawdust treated with acid and then given four days incubation. Wood - light to moderately heavy, hard, durable, fine and close-grained, though it shows a tendency to warp. Due to its elasticity and flexibility when steamed, it is valued for making sports equipment such as tennis rackets and cricket bats, being considered as good as ash (Fraxinus excelsior). It is also used for boat building, furniture, agricultural implements etc. It furnishes a medium grade fuel wood. 1. Nectary - Flowers rich in nectar and pollen: No – Mulberry flowers are wind-pollinated and not particularly rich in nectar or pollen for attracting pollinators. 2. Wildlife - Food (Fruit, Seeds, Leaf litter, Shelter, Nesting, Roosting): Yes – Mulberries produce abundant fruit that provides food for birds, mammals, and insects. The dense foliage can serve as shelter, and the tree’s structure supports nesting and roosting for birds. 3. Invertebrate Shelter (Overwintering sites, Leaf litter, Groundcover): Yes – Mulberry trees have rough bark that can shelter invertebrates. Leaf litter and groundcover from fallen leaves provide overwintering sites for beneficial insects. 4. Pest Confuser (Smell): No – Mulberry trees do not have a strong aroma that would confuse or deter pests.

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