Herbal Remedies for Skin Diseases in Serbian Folk Medicine: A Review of 19th- and 20th-Century Practices
April 2026
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TLDR Traditional Serbian remedies using plants and mushrooms were commonly used for skin issues and are still relevant today.
The review documents the traditional use of 164 plant species and one mushroom species in Serbian folk medicine for treating skin diseases during the 19th and 20th centuries. It categorizes ailments into hair and scalp disorders, bites, and inflammatory skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis. Wound healing remedies were the most frequently documented. This study highlights the cultural context and historical significance of these practices, providing a foundation for future pharmacological and dermatological research, and underscores the relevance of traditional remedies in modern clinical practice.
