
Why Marshmallow Root?
For many years marshmallow plant has been used to relieve coughs, sore throats, and minor wounds. However it is also very useful as an immune booster and in reducing calcium kidney stones.
Biological Description
Marshmallow plant or Althaea officinalis
is an upright perennial from family Malvaceae. The genus name of the
plant - Althaea - comes from Greek word that means ‘associated with
healing’. The name is given because of the special qualities of the
Mallows to soften and heal. More names of the Marshmallow: March Mallow
root, White Mallow root, Althea and Cheeses. Some others are Sweet Weed,
Mallards,...