Common Mallow
Most impressive health benefits of Common Mallow (Malva sylvestris) may include its ability to:
The scientific name, Malva sylvestris, is just as lovely as this flowering plant in the Malva genus and is more popularly known as high mallow or common mallow. This plant is often found in fields and hedgerows and has a striking purple flower and stands about 1.2m in height.
One of the defining characteristics of the Malva genus, is the nutlets and seeds (also called cheeses, due to their shape). The mucilage found in Malva sylvestris is very valuable for its various medicinal uses, and this flower has been in use since ancient times.
The flowers and leaves of this unique herb are used for medicinal purposes, including in an essential oil extract that can have some powerful effects on the body. The leaves can also be steeped in a tea, the seeds can be eaten, and those leaves that aren’t afflicted by any rust disease (a common issue for the species) can also be consumed or applied topically for a wide variety of benefits in the form of poultices. This plant contains a number of active ingredients that impact human health, so let’s take a closer look at the many health benefits of Malva sylvestris.
Malva Sylvestris
Common Mallow Flowers
Common Mallow Dried Leaves