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1, Plant Introduction:

Mulberry is a small deciduous tree or shrub growing in temperate regions, often growing on hillsides, valleys or riverside areas, and the height of the tree can reach 3-5 meters. Its fruit looks like a blackberry, with deep purple or crimson color, sweet and nutritious taste, and it is one of people's favorite edible fruits.

2. Nutrients:

Mulberry is rich in a variety of nutrients, including protein, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals and other substances. Among them, the content of vitamin C is particularly rich, which is 2-4 times that of citrus, and it is known as the "treasure house of vitamin C". In addition, mulberry also has many functions such as antioxidation, lowering blood sugar and enhancing immunity, which is suitable for all ages.

3. Tea drinks:

Besides being a fruit, mulberry can also be made into tea drinks. There are many ways to make mulberry tea, but basically it is to boil mulberry, red dates and other materials together, then add tea and stew for a while. Mulberry tea tastes sweet and nourishing, especially suitable for women and middle-aged and elderly people.

4. Medicinal value:

Mulberry also has a special position in TCM theory. According to Compendium of Materia Medica, Mulberry has the functions of clearing liver, improving eyesight, moistening lung, relieving cough, promoting fluid production to quench thirst, nourishing and strengthening body. Modern scientific research also found that mulberry contains natural plant pigment "anthocyanin", which has antioxidant and anti-aging effects and is a natural health care product.

5. Application areas:

Mulberry is not only used as edible fruit and medicinal materials, but also has applications in other fields. For example, in daily life, mulberry can be used to make mulberry wine, mulberry vinegar and other foods and drinks; In the textile industry, mulberry can extract natural dyes for the production of dyes. It can be said that mulberry is a kind of plant resource with many uses and values.

6, cultural meaning:

In folk culture, mulberries are also endowed with some symbols and meanings. For example, in some areas of southern China, people will regard mulberries as a good omen, and think that if mulberries are hung all over the house, it will indicate the good fortune of the family and the prosperity of future generations.

In addition, mulberry is one of the important foods in the traditional festival of Dragon Boat Festival in China. People will wrap zongzi with mulberry leaves, or add seasonings such as mulberry to zongzi.