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| Althaea officinalis plant |
Marshmallow, (Althaea officinalis), perennial herbaceous plant of the hibiscus, or
mallow, family (Malvaceae), native to eastern Europe , Kashmir areas,and
northern Africa. It has also become established in North America. The plant is
usually found in marshy areas, chiefly near the sea. It has strongly veined
heart-shaped or oval leaves. The pinkish flowers, borne on stalks about 1.8
metres (6 feet) tall, are about 5 cm (2 inches) in diameter. The root was
formerly used to make marshmallows, a confection.
Availability : Root/leaf/whole plant & seeds
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