Scientific Name: Althaea officinalis
Plant Family: Malvaceae, mallow family
Part Used: Roots, leaves and flowers
Actions: Alterative, demulcent, emollient, expectorant, vulnerary, diuretic, anti-inflammatory, nutritive, decongestant, nephritic, pectoral and laxative
Energetics: Cooling and moistening
Preparations: Infusions, gargle, lozenge, poultice, compress
Cautions: None known
Medicinal Uses: Soothes inflamed digestive, respiratory, and urinary tract mucous membranes