Product: Marshmallow Root Latin Name: Althaea officinalis syn. Althaea sublobata, Althaea taurinensis, Althaea vulgaris, Malva officinalis. Plant Family: Malvaceae Other Names: Marsh mallow, English Mallow, Mallards, Schloss Tea, Meshmellish, Cheeses, Mortification Root, Althea Root, Wymote Sweet Weed. Description: Marshmallow is an herbaceous perennial native to Europe and now naturalised in America, it can grow to a height of 2.2 metres. The leaves are 5-8cm in length, and mid green in colour, they have short stems and are cordate with 3-5 lobes and toothed edges, they have a soft, velvety coating on both sides, and the underside of the leaf is paler green than the upper side. The flowers are hermaphrodite, and consist of 5 obovate almost heart shaped petals which are pale pink in colour and approximately 3cm in diameter. Brief History: Theophrastus a 4th century BC botanist and naturalist historian wrote of marshmallow roots use as relief for coughs when taken in sweet wine. The root was once given to French children to chew to help with teething problems. SAFETY WARNING JustIngredients Limited supplies a range of products that are internationally sourced from approved suppliers. Nuts, gluten, celery and mustard are handled on our sites. Handling procedures are in place to reduce the likelihood of allergens being present, but we cannot guarantee our ingredients are totally free of traces in the products supplied. Please see the product specification for more information. LEGAL DISCLAIMER JustIngredients Limited supplies a range of products that are internationally sourced from approved suppliers. Nuts, gluten, celery and mustard are handled on JustIngredients Limited's websites. Handling procedures are in place to reduce the likelihood of allergens being present, but JustIngredients Limited cannot guarantee its ingredients are totally free of traces in the products supplied. Please see the product specification for more information. If in doubt, please email at technical JustIngredients website. BOX CONTAINS Marshmallow Root 250g LOOSE (Pack of 2) See moreWe only source the highest standard products and by purchg from source, we can pass these saving on to our customers. We are passionate about culinary and botanical ingredients, seeking out the best herbs and spices from the top producers around the world. We are JustIngredients! A young and vibrant business, aiming to provide the UK and European markets with Quality Ingredients. Shelf life of up to two years provided that goods are stored in an airtight container in ambient conditions. See pack for details.