Mallow is known for regulating digestive disorders such as constipation or diarrhea. This pectoral plant rich in mucilage relieves coughs, laryngitis and bronchitis. It is also used in cases of cystitis and skin problems. Latin name: Malva sylvestris L. Part of the plant: flowers or aerial parts.
This article was updated on 08/02/2023In case of Cough, Laryngitis, Sore throat
Recommended modes of use
In infusion
Pour 1.5 to 2 g of dry plant per cup of hot water. Leave to infuse for 10 minutes. The recommended daily dose is 5 g per day. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.
Plants often associated
In case of Constipation
Recommended modes of use
In infusion
Pour 1.5 to 2 g of dry plant per cup of hot water. Leave to infuse for 10 minutes. The recommended daily dose is 5 g per day. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.
Plants often associated
In case of' Abscess, Pruritus, Crack, Boil, Chapped skin, Irritated skin, Bites
Recommended modes of use
In compress
Pour 1.5 to 2 g of dry plant per cup of hot water. Leave to infuse for 10 minutes. Filter and let cool. Soak a compress or clean cloth in the preparation then apply to the affected areas.
In lotion
Pour 1.5 to 2 g of dry plant per cup of hot water. Leave to infuse for 10 minutes. Filter and let cool. Use directly on affected areas.
Plants often associated
In case of Conjunctivitis, Irritated eyes
Recommended modes of use
In compress
Pour 1.5 to 2 g of dry plant per cup of hot water. Leave to infuse for 10 minutes. Filter and let cool. Soak a compress or clean cloth in the preparation then apply to the affected areas.
Plants often associated
In case of' Canker sore, stomatitis, gingivitis
Recommended modes of use
Gargling
Pour 1.5 to 2 g of dry plant per cup of hot water. Leave to infuse for 10 minutes. Filter and let cool. Gargle with the preparation 2 to 3 times a day.
Plants often associated
In case of Diarrhea
Recommended modes of use
In infusion
Pour 1.5 to 2 g of dry plant per cup of hot water. Leave to infuse for 10 minutes. The recommended daily dose is 5 g per day. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.
Plants often associated
In case of' Angina, pharyngitis, bronchitis, ENT infection
Recommended modes of use
In infusion
Pour 1.5 to 2 g of dry plant per cup of hot water. Leave to infuse for 10 minutes. The recommended daily dose is 5 g per day. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.
Plants often associated
In case of Cystitis, Urinary tract infection
Recommended modes of use
In infusion
Pour 1.5 to 2 g of dry plant per cup of hot water. Leave to infuse for 10 minutes. The recommended daily dose is 5 g per day. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.
Plants often associated
Properties and active components
Properties
- emollient (mucilage)
- cough suppressant (mucilage)
- softener (mucilage)
- antipruritic
- laxative
- calming
- pectoral
- diuretic
Active components
- Mucilages
- Polysaccharides
- Oses: rhamnose, galactose
- Flavonoids: glucuronides, etc.
- Anthocyanosides: malvin, delphinidin
- Tannins
Precautions for use
It is recommended to space out the consumption of Mallow infusion by one hour between meals or taking medicinal treatments due to the presence of mucilage which can modify the absorption of molecules.
Botanical
Mallow belongs to the family of Malvaceae. It is a biennial plant with large flowers of 2.5 to 4 cm, of a purplish pink veined with purple, equipped with a long peduncle and with petals 3 or 4 times longer than the calyx, born in several in the leaf axils. The erect stems up to 1 m high and branched bear alternate leaves, long petiolate and have a rounded outline in 5 or 7 deep and crenate lobes.
Mallow flowers from June to August. Its flowers are harvested with the calyx at the very beginning of their blooming. The fruit is composed of numerous seeds grouped around a central axis. Close to Marshmallow both for its properties and the shape of its flowers, Mallow is often nicknamed "fake marshmallow".
Native to European countries in the Mediterranean basin and Asia, it is found on uncultivated land, along paths, in gardens and wastelands. The ideal climate for growing Mauve is temperate even continental.
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