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 This has now been replaced by gelatine.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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