Indian mulberry
Morinda citrifolia
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Air Layering Propagation,Cutting,Grafting Propagation,Seed Propagation,Tissue Culture
Hardiness Zone:
11 - 12
Flowers:
White Flowers
Sun:
full sun,part shade
Fruits:
Fruits Ready In Summer
Edible:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Thorny:
Yes
Tropical:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Indian mulberry is an evergreen shrub with attractive, glossy green leaves and white flowers. It is native to the Pacific islands and is low-maintenance once established. For optimal growth, water the Indian mulberry deeply once a week. The Indian mulberry needs about 1 inch of water per week to ensure adequate moisture throughout the soil. In dry periods, you may need to water more frequently. In hotter regions, it wise to water twice a week. Make sure to water the soil around the base of the plant, and not the foliage, to prevent any fungal or disease problems. Keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy. You can cut back on watering during the cooler months, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
sunlight
Indian mulberry plants prefer to be in direct sunlight for 6-8 hours each day for optimum growth. This species enjoys full sun, which makes it suitable for warm regions, so it's ideal to grow it in a spot that gets direct sunlight either in early morning or late afternoon when it is not too hot.
pruning
Pruning for Indian mulberry (Morinda citrifolia) should be done in the early spring, when new shoots are just beginning to sprout. Prune the plant lightly, leaving enough foliage to maintain a nice shape and size. Cutting away dead branches is also beneficial as it will help encourage growth. Trim the branches and leaves to promote new growth. The recommended pruning amount is no more than 1/3 of the plant's total growth, although this may vary depending on the individual plant.
