Mallow Leaves Cut

Mallow leaves, cut and dried, come from the mallow plant, also known as common mallow or high mallow. This plant has a long history of use in traditional herbal remedies. Mallow is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Malvaceae family. It grows up to 1-2 metres tall, with round, velvety leaves and purple-pink flowers. The leaves are alternate, palmately lobed, and have a mildly sweet, mucilaginous taste.

How is it used?

The cut and dried leaves of the Mallow plant are used in teas, poultices, and infusions. Thought to contain Mucilage: A polysaccharide that provides soothing and protective properties for mucous membranes, Flavonoids: compounds with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, Tannins: Astringent compounds that can help with wound healing and inflammation and Vitamins and Minerals.

Some species are edible as leaf vegetables or salad. Historically Mallow has been used for its believed colon cleansing properties and as a weight loss supplement. Mallow has also traditionally been used to treat sore throats and coughs and for skin conditions.

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