YAMAGUWA
(White Mulberry)
From Japan
(Morus bombycis Koidz.)
(Moraceae)
Attains a height of 60 feet and diameter of 5.5 feet. The wood is hard and tough. Used in cabinet making, carving and for musical instruments. Choice specimens often bring higher prices than ebony or sandalwood.
Gift of
Bureau of Forestry, Tokyo, Japan
Location: 229-1 (explanation)