MULBERRY (SHAHTOOTH)

Mulberry, locally known as Shahtoot (genus Morus), is a genus of 10 to 16 species of fast-growing, deciduous trees celebrated worldwide for their sweet, juicy fruits, environmental value, and historical connection to the silk industry. Native primarily to the warm temperate and subtropical regions of Asia, these resilient trees have a spreading growth habit that tends to become beautifully crooked and gnarled over time. Recent ecological research ranks the Shahtoot tree third in India for its high capacity to absorb carbon dioxide and air pollution, making it an outstanding choice for environmental conservation.