Are Broussonetia Luzonica and Morus Alba in the same botanical family?

Yes — both belong to Moraceae.

Can you substitute Broussonetia Luzonica for Morus Alba?

They share the Moraceae family, so they can sometimes substitute in recipes — with notable differences in aroma.

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Broussonetia Luzonica vs Morus Alba

Broussonetia luzonica · Morus alba

Broussonetia Luzonica

Broussonetia luzonica

T Traditional Use

Family: Moraceae
Genus: Broussonetia
Primary use: medicinal

Morus Alba

Morus alba

T Traditional Use

Family: Moraceae
Genus: Morus
Primary use: medicinal

Morus alba, known as white mulberry, common mulberry and silkworm mulberry, is a fast-growing, small to medium-sized mulberry tree which grows to 10–20 m (33–66 ft) tall. It is native to China and is widely cultivated and naturalized elsewhere. The species is widely cultivated to…

At a glance

· Both in Moraceae, but different genera (Broussonetia vs Morus).
· Both are primarily medicinal.
· Evidence tiers — Broussonetia Luzonica: T; Morus Alba: T.