Marshmallow Root Cut

Botanical Name: Marshmallow root (Althaea officinalis) is a plant-based ingredient derived from the roots of the marshmallow plant.

Common Name:

• English: This plant-based trio consists of marshmallow root, mallow leaves, and hollyhock.
• Alternatively referred to as:The text lists various names for the same plant species, including: Althea, Bismalva-hibiscus, Guimauve root, Hibiscus sabdariffa, Malvaviscus, Mallow, White mallow, and others. Note: I removed the repetitive and redundant entries to make the list more concise.
• Unani: Khatmi

Origin: Poland

Harvested:  Cultivated

Parts Used: Root                                                           

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 Marshmallow root (Althaea officinalis) is a plant-based ingredient.This perennial herb has erect, woody stems that grow 60-120 cm tall. Its leaves are alternate, ovate to slightly heart-shaped, with serrated edges and a velvety texture due to dense stellate hairs. The leaves can be up to 3 inches long and 1 inch broad, with three to five lobes and irregularly toothed margins. The flowers are pale pink, similar in shape to those of the common Mallow but smaller and paler. They appear either singly or in clusters, often in panicles. Each flower has united stamens forming a tube, with kidney-shaped anthers that have one cell each. The plant blooms from August to September. After flowering, it produces flat, round fruit called "cheeses", which are typical of this order of plants.

The roots used come from commercial plants aged at least 2 years and harvested in autumn. Marshmallow is recognized by the Council of Europe as a natural food flavoring ingredient. This classification allows it to be added to food products in small amounts, potentially with restrictions on specific active compounds depending on the final product. Historically, marshmallow has been approved for use in foods in the US.

How to use:

Hot Infusion:

To make a tea using dried herbs or flowers, place 2-3 tablespoons of the dried material in a cup or teapot. Pour hot water over it, then cover with a lid for 10-30 minutes. This allows the hot water to extract beneficial compounds such as antioxidants, enzymes, vitamins, flavonoids, and volatile oils from the botanicals. Strain and press out as much liquid as possible before serving.

Tips:

• Herbal teas can be sweetened using honey, natural fruit juices, stevia leaf powder, or licorice root powder.
• Freeze tea in ice trays or pop molds to create ice cubes or homemade popsicles.

Precautions: 

Before using this product, consult a qualified healthcare professional if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking medication.

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