Marshmallow (Althaea officinalis) seeds
A perennial, Marsh mallow (Althea officinalis) grows 3-4 feet high and the stem only puts out a few lateral branches. Leaves are palmate and lobed, 3-5 inches long and fuzzy, as is the stem.
White flowers with a violet base appear in late summer to early autumn and are followed by flat seedpods called “cheeses” from August to October.
Marshmallow is a feminine plant ruled by the element of water, the moon or Venus and Libra or Cancer. It is associated with Althea, Aphrodite and Venus.
Marshmallow has long been associated with soothing properties and is believed to calm coughs, sore throats, and digestive issues.
Start three weeks in French before planting, start 6 to 8 weeks indoors before putting outside.
Lightly cover with soil, flowers in two years, harvest roots in 2 to 3 years .
Perennial, open pollinated, 60 to 90 days