Marshmallow root, dried light beige root pieces.

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Marshmallow root

Latin name: Althaea officinalis

Marshmallow root (althaea) is traditionally used within gentle routines for throat, mouth, and mucous-membrane comfort.

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Traditional use

Throat comfortMucous-membrane comfortGentle routineSeasonal routine

Why people look for this herb

  • I am looking for throat comfort
  • I want a gentle mucous-membrane routine
  • I am looking for a soothing herb

Functions

Origin & use

European herbsTraditionally used herbs

Forms

TeaHerbal blendLoose herb