Marshmallow - Altheae officinalis

Marshmallow (Althaea officinalis) belongs to the mallow family (Malvaceae) and has been spread worldwide by human activity, especially to areas with suitable soil, humidity and climate.

The starch in the carrot, mixed with proteinaceous substances, was formerly used in making marshmallows and bacon. The leaves can be eaten cooked and the flowers can be used raw in salads.

In the medicinal field, marshmallow root has a soothing effect on the respiratory tract (source WHO) and is used in cough syrups.

The plant grows to a height of 90-200 cm and has velvety hair, including the fruit parts. Marshmallow blooms with pale pink flowers between July and September. It mainly thrives in brackish water, such as in reed marshes, along ditch banks and in wild areas, and is also found along the IJsselmeer.

Ingredients:

• English: Marshmallow Leaf Cut.
• Latin name: Altheae officinalis Fol. Conc.

Shape: Cut.

Storage: Store in a cool, dry place in a dark place.

Available in: 50 gr, 100 gr, 250 gr, 500 gr.

Price: € 1,95, € 3,50, € 6,75, € 10,50.

Order code: EG001305, EG001306, EG001307, EG001308.

EAN-13: 8720514823040, 8720514823057, 8720514823064, 8720514823071.

• Cough
• Airways
• Throat
• Stomach
• Intestines
• Bladder
• Urinary tract
• Kidneys

Use: 1 to 2 grams per cup, pour on boiling water, leave to steep for 5 to 10 minutes, covered.

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