🚫 Paper mulberry
❌ Invasive

Paper mulberry

Broussonetia papyrifera · Moraceae

Fast-spreading tree colonising urban and peri-urban land (notably around Bengaluru and Pune); a significant airborne pollen allergen

🌍 Origin: East Asia (not native to India)

Why Paper mulberry is a problem

Fast-spreading tree colonising urban and peri-urban land (notably around Bengaluru and Pune); a significant airborne pollen allergen

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What to plant instead

Native shade trees such as Ficus religiosa or Mitragyna parvifolia

Frequently asked questions

Is Paper mulberry invasive in India?

Yes. Paper mulberry (Broussonetia papyrifera) is considered invasive in India. Fast-spreading tree colonising urban and peri-urban land (notably around Bengaluru and Pune); a significant airborne pollen allergen

Why is Paper mulberry a problem?

Fast-spreading tree colonising urban and peri-urban land (notably around Bengaluru and Pune); a significant airborne pollen allergen

What can I plant instead of Paper mulberry?

Good native alternatives include Kaim.

Other invasive plants to avoid

Sources: R5, R7. See full references.

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