Common Mallow
Malva sylvestris
A mucilaginous, soothing herb (like marshmallow) used for dry coughs, sore throats, and irritated skin.
Traditional use (european-folk, biblical-near-eastern): A mucilaginous, soothing herb (like marshmallow) used for dry coughs, sore throats, and irritated skin.
A mucilaginous, soothing herb (like marshmallow) used for dry coughs, sore throats, and irritated skin.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- A mucilaginous, soothing herb (like marshmallow) used for dry coughs, sore throats, and irritated skin.
Evidence strength: traditional use.
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- May slow absorption of medicines taken at the same time.
- Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
May slow absorption of medicines taken at the same time.
May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.
Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.
Choose reputable, tested suppliers; correct identification is essential for wild-harvested plants.