Marsh mallow from Köhler’s Medicinal Plants / Althaea officinalis

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This digital image features the Marsh mallow, scientifically identified as Althaea officinalis, sourced from Köhlers Medicinal Plants. Originally published in 1887, this image has undergone meticulous enhancement and upscaling to provide you with the highest quality resolution available.

Althaea officinalis, commonly known as marshmallow, is a perennial plant that belongs to the Malvaceae family. Historically used for medicinal purposes, it has been recognized for its therapeutic properties throughout the Mediterranean region for centuries. The mucilage present in marshmallow roots and leaves is known to soothe inflammation, irritation, and other issues of the respiratory tract and digestive system. Additionally, it contains flavonoids that exhibit antioxidant activity as well as help lower blood sugar levels. Traditional medicines use this plant in treating coughs, colds, bronchitis, ulcers and improving wound healing plus reducing skin irritation. Due to these significant health benefits of Althaea officinalis species - marshmallow remains an essential herb in traditional medicine even today.