The content of protein is particularly high, its crude protein is three times that of rice, corn and twice that of wheat, and it is also rich in amino acids, vitamins, carbohydrates and trace elements, which has the effects of clearing away heat and cooling blood, so it is very suitable for eating. Broussonetia papyrifera is a treasure all over the body. Its bark, branches and stems are all good materials for paper making, and its leaves, flowers and fruits can also be eaten.

Broussonetia papyrifera can resist toxic gases such as sulfur dioxide, hydrogen fluoride and chlorine, and can be used as greening tree species in barren beaches, remote areas and factories with serious pollution. It can also be used as street trees and paper making. The protein content of Broussonetia papyrifera leaves is as high as 2% ~ 3%, and it is also rich in nutrients such as amino acids, vitamins, carbohydrates and trace elements. After scientific processing, it can be used to produce complete livestock feed.

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Broussonetia papyrifera is easy to grow, and it will sprout wherever its roots extend, so it is the most common in rural areas. In early summer, a string of male inflorescences will hang on the branches of Broussonetia papyrifera. At first glance, it looks like a poplar spike. Broussonetia papyrifera here is called "building a wooden stick", which may look like a small wooden stick!

At this time, people in the village will go up the mountain with a basket to pick some for cooking. When picking, they should choose those without flowers or buds. The flowers that have bloomed taste bad and their nutritional value is not as good as buds, but they should not eat too much, and they will get angry if they eat too much.

reference material source: Baidu Encyclopedia-Broussonetia papyrifera