Description
Common Name | Shahtoot, Mulberry, Tuti |
Maximum Reachable Height | Up to 18 meter |
Flower Colour | White |
Bloom Time | August-October and February-May |
Difficulty Level | Easy |
Planting And Care
Sunlight
A light sunlight of morning for more than 6 hours is ideal for flowering and fruit development.
Soil
A well drained and fertile rich in organic soil is preferred.
Watering
Water the plant if it feels dry to touch the topsoil.
You can check the moister by poking small stick or finger into the soil.
Add 4 cups (200ml) of water when it feels dry to touch.
Over-watering is not recommended.
A handsome amount of water is preferred in the summers while reducing the same in the rainy season.
The best time to water the plant is in the morning or in the evening.
Application of Fertilizer
The plant should be fed organic fertilizers once a month during their growing season.
Growing season is mainly in the month of August-October and February-March.
Make the topsoil lose without interfering the roots before applying the fertilizer so that it can consume the moisture and nutrients easily.
Water should be immediately applied after the application of fertilizer.
Re-potting
A plant should be re-potted with some fresh potting soil and fertilizers when it outgrows the current pot.
The re-potting should be done late in the evening and it should be kept in the shady place for 2-3 days to provide the suitable climate conditions.
Plant Protection
A dead, infected or damaged part should be disposed away from the planting area.
A natural spray of Neem, Eucalyptus or Citrus oil should be given in case of any insect/pest attack, as a primary treatment.
Don’ts
Avoid over-watering this plant when the pot doesn’t have any drainage holes.
Don’t apply water in the hot afternoon because it may cause fungus infection.
Shahtoot Care
Initial care for 1-2 weeks after receiving plant at your location:
The plant should be kept in natural indirect bright light.
A finger or a stick can be poked into the soil to check the soil moisture.
Water when topsoil (1-2 inches) feels dry to touch.
Do not re-pot it, after receiving it for a minimum of two weeks.
Key requirements to keep the plant healthy:
Sunlight | A light sunlight of morning for more than 6 hours is ideal for flowering and fruit development. |
Watering | You can check the moister by poking small stick or finger into the soil.
Add 4 cups (200ml) of water when it feels dry to touch. |
Soil | A well drained and fertile rich in organic soil is preferred. |
Temperature | 20-28 Degree Celsius |
Fertilizer | The plant should be fed organic fertilizers once a month during their growing season.
Growing season is mainly in the month of August-October and February-March. |
Harvest Season | October-December and June-July |
Shahtoot Special Feature
Nutrition rich fruits with large and green colored leaves.
Shahtoot Uses
Ornamental Use:
- Mulberry plant is mainly used for its large foliage and sometimes as shade-giving plant
Medicinal Use:
- Fruits, Roots and leaves of Mulberry are used for the treatment of dizziness, premature ageing, insomnia, and they also have a protective various health problems such as atherosclerosis, liver-kidney disorders and inflammation.
Note: The following information is general guidelines, be sure to ask your healthcare provider for guidelines
Culinary Use:
- Mulberries also find its usage in pies, tarts, wines, cordials, and herbal teas.
- Mulberries are used in various delicious Jams and sherbets.
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