Morus rubra is a deciduous tree in the Moraceae family, native to eastern North America. It can reach 15 to 20 meters in height and has a broad, rounded crown. Its leaves are large, rough, and heart-shape, while the fruits resemble elongated blackberries, ripening from deep red to almost black. It is valued for both its edible, sweet, and aromatic fruits and its ornamental and shade-providing qualities.