10+ Common Marshmallow Seeds Althaea officinalis Seeds Marsh Mallow
- Condition : New
- Dispatch : Next Day
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- ID# : 179362766
- Quantity : 10 items
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- Location : United States
- Seller : xxgaretjaxx (+733)
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- Start : Tue 02 Apr 2019 19:47:34 (EDT)
- Close : Run Until Sold
- Remain : Run Until Sold
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This listing is for (1x) seed pack containing 10+ Althaea officinalis (Common Marshmallow) seeds.Althaea officinalis is a perennial species from the Malvaceae family that is native to Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa. The species is now grown around the world as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. Althaea officinalis goes by the common names marsh-mallow, marsh mallow, or common marshmallow.
Althaea officinalis grows to an average height of 3 to 4 feet. However under the right conditions, the species can reach a height up to 6 and a half feet. The leaves of Althaea officinalis average 1 1/4 inches wide and 2 to 3 inches long. Both sides of the leaves are soft and velvety. The pink flowers of Althaea officinalis bloom during the end of summer around August and September.
The roots, leaves, and flowers of Althaea officinalis are edible. Today's marshmallow treats evolved from an ancient Egyptian confection made from Althaea officinalis roots, beaten egg whites, and sugar. The plant was also eaten by many Romans on a daily basis. Althaea officinalis is considered a famine food and was eaten by poor people in Syria to prevent starvation.
Althaea officinalis has a long history of medicinal use. The roots, leaves, and flowers of Althaea officinalis have been used in both Greek and Chinese traditional medicine. The roots have been used to treat digestive problems and skin irritations. During the middle ages, the roots of Althaea officinalis were used to treat sore throats. The leaves have been used to treat problems with the lungs or urinary system.
US Shipping: $4.15 for the first seed pack ordered and only $0.10 for each additional seed pack ordered. All seed packs will be mailed as a USPS First Class Package with a tracking number and will be wrapped in bubble wrap to ensure a safe arrival.
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Photo1 Credit: By 3dyottabyte (Own work) [CC BY 3.0], via Wikimedia Commons
Listing Information
| Listing Type | Gallery Listing |
| Listing ID# | 179362766 |
| Start Time | Tue 02 Apr 2019 19:47:34 (EDT) |
| Close Time | Run Until Sold |
| Starting Bid | Fixed Price (no bidding) |
| Item Condition | New |
| Bids | 0 |
| Views | 425 |
| Dispatch Time | Next Day |
| Quantity | 10 |
| Location | United States |
| Auto Extend | No |
