Sunday 28 January 2024

Plants We Used To Use 284. Marsh mallow

Marsh mallow (Alphaea offinalis)'s most famous former use, was its root's mucilage being an ingredient for the spongy pink/white candy. This has now been replaced by gelatine. The flowers, leaves and root of this plant are edible. It's also been used as a protection on the skin, a 'tea' and a laxative.

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