{"product_id":"marshmallow-althaea-officinalis","title":"Althaea officinalis Marshmallow - Live Medicinal Herb Plant","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"299\" data-end=\"362\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoothing Herbal Powerhouse with Soft Blooms and Silky Roots\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"364\" data-end=\"755\" class=\"\"\u003eMarshmallow (\u003cem data-start=\"381\" data-end=\"402\"\u003eAlthaea officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e) is a medicinal herb and flowering perennial treasured for centuries for its soothing, mucilaginous roots and leaves. Native to Europe and Western Asia, this soft, silvery plant is the original source of the sweet we know today—but its true gift lies in its ability to calm inflammation, support digestion, and soothe the respiratory tract.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"757\" data-end=\"1065\" class=\"\"\u003eThe plant features velvety leaves and pale pink hibiscus-like flowers, loved by pollinators and perfect for herb gardens, cottage borders, and apothecary patches. Its roots, leaves, and flowers are traditionally used in teas, syrups, and salves to ease sore throats, coughs, and skin irritations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1330\" class=\"\"\u003eMarshmallow grows best in moist, well-draining soil with full to part sun and is particularly suited to medicinal gardens, wetland edges, and temperate food forests. This hardy perennial brings a gentle beauty and powerful healing energy to any space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1330\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love It:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1330\"\u003eSupports respiratory, digestive, and skin health naturally\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1330\"\u003eAttracts pollinators with soft pink blooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1330\"\u003eTraditional plant ally in herbalism for soothing inflammation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1330\"\u003eEasy to grow in moist, sunny to partially shaded spots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1330\"\u003eSoft, silvery foliage adds texture and charm to herb gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1330\" style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlants ship in plantable coconut coir pots or recyclable nursery pots! Just pop them in the ground or reuse and recycle.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full\" data-start=\"1832\" data-end=\"3352\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"1832\" data-end=\"1911\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1832\" data-end=\"1911\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1832\" data-end=\"1861\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"1853\"\u003escientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1861\" data-end=\"1911\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1863\" data-end=\"1884\"\u003eAlthaea officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"1992\" data-end=\"3352\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1992\" data-end=\"2071\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"1992\" data-end=\"2021\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1994\" data-end=\"2010\"\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"2021\" data-end=\"2071\"\u003eMarshmallow, Marsh Mallow, White Mallow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2072\" data-end=\"2151\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"2072\" data-end=\"2101\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2074\" data-end=\"2084\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"2101\" data-end=\"2151\"\u003eMalvaceae (Mallow Family)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2152\" data-end=\"2231\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"2152\" data-end=\"2181\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2154\" data-end=\"2164\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"2181\" data-end=\"2231\"\u003eEurope and Western Asia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2232\" data-end=\"2311\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"2232\" data-end=\"2261\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2234\" data-end=\"2248\"\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"2261\" data-end=\"2311\"\u003eMedicinal Herb \/ Flowering Perennial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2312\" data-end=\"2391\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"2312\" data-end=\"2341\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2314\" data-end=\"2328\"\u003eLife Cycle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"2341\" data-end=\"2391\"\u003ePerennial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2392\" data-end=\"2471\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"2392\" data-end=\"2421\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2394\" data-end=\"2415\"\u003eFood Forest Layer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"2421\" data-end=\"2471\"\u003eHerb \/ Groundcover Layer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2472\" data-end=\"2551\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"2472\" data-end=\"2501\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2474\" data-end=\"2489\"\u003eMature Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"2501\" data-end=\"2551\"\u003e3–5 ft tall and wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2552\" data-end=\"2631\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"2552\" data-end=\"2581\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2554\" data-end=\"2563\"\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"2581\" data-end=\"2631\"\u003eFull Sun to Part Shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2632\" data-end=\"2711\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"2632\" data-end=\"2661\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2634\" data-end=\"2649\"\u003eWater Needs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"2661\" data-end=\"2711\"\u003eModerate to High; prefers moist soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2712\" data-end=\"2791\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"2712\" data-end=\"2741\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2714\" data-end=\"2732\"\u003eHarvest Season\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"2741\" data-end=\"2791\"\u003eSummer to Fall (roots harvested in fall)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2792\" data-end=\"2871\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"2792\" data-end=\"2821\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2794\" data-end=\"2813\"\u003eTime to Harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)] min-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)\/3)]\" data-start=\"2821\" data-end=\"2871\"\u003e1 year+ for roots; leaves\/flowers earlier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2872\" data-end=\"2951\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"2872\" data-end=\"2901\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2874\" data-end=\"2890\"\u003eSelf-Fertile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"2901\" data-end=\"2951\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2952\" data-end=\"3031\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"2952\" data-end=\"2981\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2954\" data-end=\"2969\"\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"2981\" data-end=\"3031\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3032\" data-end=\"3111\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"3032\" data-end=\"3061\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3034\" data-end=\"3043\"\u003eZones\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"3061\" data-end=\"3111\"\u003eUSDA Zones 4–9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3112\" data-end=\"3191\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"3112\" data-end=\"3141\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3114\" data-end=\"3132\"\u003eFlorida Native\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"3141\" data-end=\"3191\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3192\" data-end=\"3271\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"3192\" data-end=\"3221\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3194\" data-end=\"3209\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"3221\" data-end=\"3271\"\u003eSeeds, Cuttings, Division\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3272\" data-end=\"3352\"\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"3272\" data-end=\"3303\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3274\" data-end=\"3302\"\u003eSeasonal Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"max-w-[calc(var(--thread-content-max-width)*2\/3)]\" data-start=\"3303\" data-end=\"3352\"\u003eDeciduous in winter; 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