Marshmallow Leaf (Dried)

Marshmallow Leaf (Althaea Officinalis)
 
 
Has one of the highest mucilaginous contents; heals mucous membranes in the lungs, absorbs toxins, helpful for dry irritating coughs
 All About Marshmallow (Althaea officinalis)
A moistening root for dry tissues and gentle soothing support
What is Marshmallow?
• Soft leaved perennial in the mallow family (Malvaceae)
• Parts used: root, leaf, and flower
• Rich in mucilage that forms a soothing gel when mixed with water
 
Traditional Uses
• Soothes and moistens dry respiratory passages
• Supports comfort of the digestive lining
• Calms dry, irritated urinary tissues
• Encourages balanced tissue hydration
• Provides gentle demulcent support during seasonal dryness
 
How to Use
• Cold infusion of root
• Warm infusion of leaf
• Decoction of dried root
• Powder mixed into water or honey
• Syrup preparation
• May slow absorption of medications; separate doses by 1 to 2 hours
 
History
• Long cultivated in Europe and Western Asia
• Roots once used in confections before modern marshmallow candy
How to Grow
• Thrives in moist, well drained soil
• Full sun to light shade
• Prefers consistently damp conditions
• Space plants to allow airflow
• Harvest roots in the fall of the second year