The difference between blackberries and mulberries and why it matters
Frederick B. Essig (noreply@blogger.com)
In terms of the teaching of botany and evolution, however, the similarities and differences between the two berries tell a powerful story. Though they function the same way in natural fruit dispersal, they are not related at all. Blackberries are members of the the very fruitful family, Rosaceae, which includes raspberries, strawberries, plums, cherries, peaches, apricots, apples, pears, rose hips and many more. Mulberries, on the other hand are members of the Moraceae, which includes figs,...