Marsh Mallow
Althaea officinalis
EdibleZones 3–9herb
Althaea officinalis, the marsh mallow or marshmallow, is a species of flowering plant indigenous to Europe, Western Asia and North Africa, which is used in herbalism and as an ornamental plant.
Description from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA).
At a glance
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Water need
- Medium
- Mature height
- 1.5 m
- Maintenance
- Low
- Hardiness
- USDA 3–9
- Layers
- herb
Functional roles
medicinalfoodpollinator
Propagation
How to make more of this plant for free — the permaculture way.
seeddivisioneasy
When: Sow spring; divide autumn
Soothing roots and leaves; soft grey foliage and pale flowers, good on damp ground.
Where to get it
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Seed data pending expert review. Identification photo and description are sourced from Wikipedia/Wikimedia; always confirm a plant in person before eating any part of it.