Morus mesozygia
Morus mesozygia Stapf
Morus mesozygia, known as black mulberry or African mulberry, is a small- to medium-sized forest tree native to Tropical Africa. It is the only species in the genus Afromorus and belongs to the Moraceae family. The tree provides food for the mantled guereza and common chimpanzee, and its wood is used commercially.
Description
Morus mesozygia, described by Stapf in 1909, is a forest tree found in Tropical Africa. It is the sole representative of the genus Afromorus. The species is known for its ecological role, as its leaves and fruit are consumed by the mantled guereza, a colobus monkey, and by the common chimpanzee in West and Central Africa. In addition to its ecological significance, the tree is valued for its commercial hardwood use.
Synonyms
Morus lacteaCeltis lactea
