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Marshmallow
Althaea officinalis
Marshmallow (Althea officinalis) -- the herb, not the white puffy confection roasted over a campfire -- has been used for more than 2,000 years as both a food and a medicine. The Romans, Chinese, Egyptians, and Syrians used marshmallow as a source of food. The Arabs made poultices from its leaves and applied them to the skin to reduce inflammation. Both the root and leaves contain a gummy substance called mucilage. When mixed with water, it forms a slick gel that is used to coat the throat and stomach to reduce irritation. It is also applied topically to soothe chapped skin.
Few scientific studies have looked at the effects of marshmallow in humans. Most of its suggested uses come from a long history of use in traditional healing systems. However, one recent study confirmed that marshmallow preparations help soothe irritated mucous membranes due to:
Asthma
Bronchitis
Common cold/sore throat
Cough
Inflammatory bowel diseases (such as Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis)
Indigestion
Stomach ulcers
Skin inflammation
Plant Description
Marshmallow originally grew in salty soils. But now it thrives in moist, uncultivated ground. It is found in southern and western Europe, western Asia, and the northeastern region of North America. Its fleshy, upright stems reach heights of 3 to 4 feet.
The pale yellow roots are tapered, long, and thick, with a tough, yet flexible exterior. The short-stemmed leaves are round, with irregularly toothed margins and 3 to 5 lobes. A soft and velvety down covers the leaves and stem. The flowers have 5 reddish white petals. The whole plant, especially the root, is filled with mild mucilage.
Parts Used
The leaves and roots of marshmallow are the parts used for medicinal purposes.
https://www.mountsinai.org/health-library/herb/marshmallow
Althaea officinalis
Marshmallow (Althea officinalis) -- the herb, not the white puffy confection roasted over a campfire -- has been used for more than 2,000 years as both a food and a medicine. The Romans, Chinese, Egyptians, and Syrians used marshmallow as a source of food. The Arabs made poultices from its leaves and applied them to the skin to reduce inflammation. Both the root and leaves contain a gummy substance called mucilage. When mixed with water, it forms a slick gel that is used to coat the throat and stomach to reduce irritation. It is also applied topically to soothe chapped skin.
Few scientific studies have looked at the effects of marshmallow in humans. Most of its suggested uses come from a long history of use in traditional healing systems. However, one recent study confirmed that marshmallow preparations help soothe irritated mucous membranes due to:
Asthma
Bronchitis
Common cold/sore throat
Cough
Inflammatory bowel diseases (such as Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis)
Indigestion
Stomach ulcers
Skin inflammation
Plant Description
Marshmallow originally grew in salty soils. But now it thrives in moist, uncultivated ground. It is found in southern and western Europe, western Asia, and the northeastern region of North America. Its fleshy, upright stems reach heights of 3 to 4 feet.
The pale yellow roots are tapered, long, and thick, with a tough, yet flexible exterior. The short-stemmed leaves are round, with irregularly toothed margins and 3 to 5 lobes. A soft and velvety down covers the leaves and stem. The flowers have 5 reddish white petals. The whole plant, especially the root, is filled with mild mucilage.
Parts Used
The leaves and roots of marshmallow are the parts used for medicinal purposes.
https://www.mountsinai.org/health-library/herb/marshmallow
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BEST and WORST food to Grow for SELF SUFFICIENCY
There are 3 Things you need to grow on your homestead if you want to be more Self Sufficient, and a few other things you should NOT Grow.. why?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p7DdwF68s50
There are 3 Things you need to grow on your homestead if you want to be more Self Sufficient, and a few other things you should NOT Grow.. why?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p7DdwF68s50
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BEST and WORST food to Grow for SELF SUFFICIENCY
There are 3 Things you need to grow on your homestead if you want to be more Self Sufficient, and a few other things you should NOT Grow.. why?
I'm guessing you are not a full time farmer. Your growing time is limited. SO instead of trying to grow everything…
I'm guessing you are not a full time farmer. Your growing time is limited. SO instead of trying to grow everything…
H/t Melissa.
I have been saying this is what we need to do! 🥰
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I have been saying this is what we need to do! 🥰
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