Marshmallow (Althaea Officinalis)
Part Used: Flowers, leaves, roots
Height: 3-4ft tall
Preparation: Infusion and Decoction (boiling the essence of a substance makes a concentrate)
Actions
Soothing, calming (flower soothes the skin)
Digestive & Respiratory
UTIs and cystitis
High level of anti-oxidants
Demulcent, emollient, expectorant
Soothes:
Irritated mucus membranes
Acid indigestion
IBS
Chronic bronchitis
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