Marshmallow
Althaea officinalis
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A tall perennial herb with soft, downy leaves and pale pink or white flowers, traditionally used for medicinal purposes. Thrives in wet or marshy conditions and produces mucilaginous roots valued in herbal medicine.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Eastern Mediterranean, Western Asia, Egypt
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
A tall perennial herb with soft, downy leaves and pale pink or white flowers, traditionally used for medicinal purposes. Thrives in wet or marshy conditions and produces mucilaginous roots valued in herbal medicine.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Marshmallow grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Eastern Mediterranean, Western Asia, Egypt
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation