Are Artocarpus Heterophyllus and Morus Alba in the same botanical family?

Yes — both belong to Moraceae.

Can you substitute Artocarpus Heterophyllus for Morus Alba?

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

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Artocarpus Heterophyllus vs Morus Alba

Artocarpus heterophyllus · Morus alba

Artocarpus Heterophyllus

Artocarpus heterophyllus

T Traditional Use

Family: Moraceae
Genus: Artocarpus
Primary use: medicinal

The jackfruit, jakfruit or nangka is a species of tree in the fig, mulberry, and breadfruit family (Moraceae).

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 (Artocarpus vs Morus).
· Both are primarily medicinal.
· Evidence tiers — Artocarpus Heterophyllus: T; Morus Alba: T.