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Paper mulberryBroussonetia papyriferaThe tree’s common name comes from its bark, which hasbeen used in making paper. Fast-growing deciduous tree,growing 40 to 50 feet tall. Simple leaves are alternate oropposite or whorled on same plant, and very hairy. Leavesgrow 2 to 7 1 /2 inches long and 2 to 6 inches wide. Marginson leaves are toothed and sometimes lobed. Flowers andorange to red fruits hang in clusters.Forms dense shade, shading out native species. Found indisturbed sites and near homes. Control with triclopyrester using basal bark or cut-stump method.46