Morus species through centuries in pharmacy and as food

Abstract

The use of various Morus species in pharmacy, as well as in traditional medi- cine is well known worldwide. In Serbia there is a proverb “Health comes in through the mouth”, i.e. through food. So, the aim of the present review paper is the construction of a mosaic from many known uses of Morus species which have been in use through centuries and in different cultures as a remedy, but also as an important nutrient.