Marshmallow Leaf, c/s (Althaea officinalis)

Grassroots Herb Supply is committed to providing the highest quality, all natural dried herbs. We never use toxic pesticides, chemicals, fertilizers or any harmful additives during the growing, harvesting and drying process.Botanical Name: Althea officinalisCommon Names: Marshmallow LeafOrigin: Location may vary. Please contact us for most up to date information.Marshmallow can be found growing in damp environments such as riverbanks, seascapes, and marshes. A member of the mucilage containing Malvaceae family, Althaea officinalis has been consumed for millennia as an edible food and used for its gentle, soothing properties. Marshmallow Leaf is a natural source of beta-carotene, amino acids, minerals and vitamins. Althea officinalis also contains large amounts of vitamin A, calcium, zinc and significant amounts of iron, sodium, iodine and B-complex vitamins. Marshmallow leaves can be used topically in skin care recipes, blended into herbal syrups, or infused as marshmallow tea.NOTE: Th