MARSHMALLOW OFFICINALE AB
Althaea officinalis
Originally from Europe , marshmallow is better known as Marsh Mallow , a sweet treat that is particularly popular around the fire. It was thanks to the root of this perennial that these sweets were originally made.
Marshmallow roots are sometimes used, peeled, as sticks given to young children to help with teething , as they have a calming effect. The roots can also be used as a substitute for egg white in cooking, for sauces or soups , to thicken. The leaves , on the other hand, can be eaten cooked, like spinach .
Marshmallow has anti-inflammatory , expectorant , and gastric mucosa protective properties.
Sowing marshmallow
Sowing : Marshmallows are sown at the end of March (in a greenhouse or frame) or in situ from May to July . Marshmallows appreciate rich , deep and fresh soils, remaining moist in depth during the summer.
Marshmallow Bloom
Flowering : The honey-producing pinkish-white flowers appear during the month of July . Mulch in summer and winter. Cut back to 3 cm at the base in early spring for good recovery.
