Bonehead's plant: Marsh Mallow (Althaea officinalis)

Database link: Marsh Mallow (Althaea officinalis)

Status: Have

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Perennial
Medicinal

Comments by Bonehead
2013 medicinal herbs. Gelatinous sap from roots used to reduce and heal skin inflammations. Root can be chewed for sore throats. Dried root infused for mouth/gum disorders, throat, stomach, and intestinal ailments. Syrup with aniseed for coughs and colds. Stake each bloom stalk.

Emerges mid Mar
Blooms mid Jun - late Jul
Deadhead bloom stalks mid Aug

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