A tree bearing dark purple berries, or the fruit itself; historically important for silk production as silkworms feed on mulberry leaves.
From Middle English mulberie, from Old English morberie, influenced by Latin morum 'mulberry.' The fruit has been cultivated for thousands of years across Asia and Europe.
Mulberry trees are silent partners in one of history's most luxurious industries - silk production depends entirely on these humble trees, making them worth more than gold along ancient trade routes.
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