What is the common name for Malva verticillata?
Malva verticillata – Chinese Mallow. Chinese Mallow is an annual or biennial that grow up to 1. Stem is green to purplish hairy, or hairless. Malva verticillata|Chinese mallow/RHS Gardening.Chinese mallow (Malva verticillata) Chinese mallow, also called cluster mallow, is a vigorous species that reaches a height of up to 120cm and has large leaves and white flowers. Although all mallow species are edible, the annual Chinese mallow is best suited for growing as a leafy vegetable.
What are the benefits of Malva tea?
Mallow infusions, prepared with dried mallow leaves and flowers, are effective for relieving oropharyngeal inflammations, dry cough, bronchitis, and gastrointestinal irritations. To prepare a mallow infusion, simply use 1. In herbal medicine, mallow is classified as a demulcent—a soothing agent that counters irritation and mild inflammation. Both mallow leaf and flower preparations are approved by the German Commission E for relief of sore throats and dry coughs. Mallow is typically used as a tea or gargle for these indications.