The Genus Broussonetia: An Updated Review of Phytochemistry, Pharmacology and Applications

Abstract

The Broussonetia genus (Moraceae), recognized for its value in many Chinese traditional herbs, mainly includes Broussonetia papyrifera (L.) L’Hér. ex Vent. (BP), Broussonetia kazinoki Siebold (BK), and Broussonetia luzonica (Blanco) Bureau (BL). Hitherto, researchers have found 338 compounds isolated from BP, BK, and BL, which included flavonoids, polyphenols, phenylpropanoids, alkaloids, terpenoids, steroids, and others. Moreover, its active compounds and extracts have exhibited a variety of pharmacological effects such as antitumor, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antidiabetic, anti-obesity, antibacterial, and antiviral properties, and its use against skin wrinkles. In this review, the phytochemistry and pharmacology of Broussonetia are updated systematically, after its applications are first summarized. In addition, this review also discusses the limitations of investigations and the potential direction of Broussonetia. This review can help to further understand the phytochemistry, pharmacology, and other applications of Broussonetia, which paves the way for future research.

Developing a Rapid and Sensitive Colorimetric Sensor for Detection of Food Adulterant Rhodamine‐B in Real Samples

“…Thus, a small amount of BZ-EXT is sufficient for this sensing methodology. Yueru Chen et al mentioned the constituents present in Broussonetia species, [35] among which vitexin, [38] apigenin [39] etc. flavonoids, Dihydrosyringin [40] etc.…”

“…[31] In another study, Ruimeng et al found that core-shell Cu/Au nanoparticles can be used to calorimetrically detect glucose and GSH. [32] K. S. Kumar et al used green synthesized Ag colloidal nanoparticles for the selective sensing of divalent Hg and H 2 O 2 . [33] Hany F. et al used the colorimetric sensing of alkaline vapors was achieved through color changes of the rhodamine B hydrazone-coated silica strips from pink to colorless or faded pink upon exposure to the vapors of the alkaline analytes at 0.1 μL.…”

“…The tree has been traditionally utilized for various purposes, including as a source of fiber for making paper, cloth, and rope, as well as for medicinal and culinary purposes. [35] BZ-EXT has demonstrated potential applications in various fields, including as a dietary supplement for animals, for phytoremediation of heavy metal-contaminated soil, and for paper and cloth production. The utilization of BZ-EXT in the development of a sensor highlights the potential versatility of this plant species in various applications.…”

“…In another study, Ruimeng et al. found that core‐shell Cu/Au nanoparticles can be used to calorimetrically detect glucose and GSH [32] . K. S. Kumar et al.…”

“…The flowers are inconspicuous, and the fruit is a small, fleshy with edible drupe. The tree has been traditionally utilized for various purposes, including as a source of fiber for making paper, cloth, and rope, as well as for medicinal and culinary purposes [35] . BZ‐EXT has demonstrated potential applications in various fields, including as a dietary supplement for animals, for phytoremediation of heavy metal‐contaminated soil, and for paper and cloth production.…”