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Marshmallow plant

Althaea officinalis L.

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Field Notes

Description:

Related to hibiscus. It has strongly veined heart-shaped or oval leaves. The pinkish flowers, borne on stalks about 1.8 metres (6 feet) tall, are about 5 cm (2 inches) in diameter. The root was formerly used to make marshmallows, a confection.

Habitat:

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Reference Links:

Marsh Mallow - Althaea officinalis - Overview

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PublishedJune 28, 2013

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