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Marshmallow Root

July 2, 2026 · Omnia Sana
Althaea officinalis
Family: Malvaceae  ·  Parts used: Root  ·  Also known as: Marsh mallow, White mallow

Key actions

Antitussive (cough suppressant)Demulcent (soothing mucilage)Emollient / skin-soothing

Traditional & clinical uses, by strength of evidence

  • CoughGood
  • EczemaModerate
  • Skin irritationModerate
  • Acid refluxTraditional
  • IndigestionTraditional
  • Sore throatTraditional

Selected studies & references

ReviewIsolation, structural properties, and bioactivities of polysaccharides from Althaea officinalis Linn.: A review (2023)
ReviewMarsh Mallow (Althaea officinalis L.) and Its Potency in the Treatment of Cough (2020)
RctThe efficacy of complementary treatment with marshmallow (Althaea officinalis L.) on vulvovaginal candidiasis: A randomized double-blinded controlled clinical trial (2023)
RctEffect of topical marshmallow (Althaea officinalis) on atopic dermatitis in children: A pilot double-blind active-controlled clinical trial of an in-silico-analyzed phytomedicine (2021)
PreclinicalProtective effects of Althaea officinalis L. extract against N-diethylnitrosamine-induced hepatocellular carcinoma in male Wistar rats through antioxidative, anti-inflammatory, mitochondrial apoptosis and PI3K/Akt/mTOR signaling pathways (2023)
PreclinicalEvaluation of antioxidant, enzyme inhibition, nitric oxide production inhibitory activities and chemical profiles of the active extracts from the medicinal and edible plant: Althaea officinalis (2022)
PreclinicalPhytohustil and root extract of Althaea officinalis L. exert anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidative properties and improve the migratory capacity of endothelial cells (2022)
PreclinicalPolysaccharide extracted from Althaea officinalis L. root: New studies of structural, rheological and antioxidant properties (2021)

All 14 studies in the Knowledge Finder →

Educational use only. This profile summarises traditional and scientific sources for reference. It is not medical advice and not a substitute for a qualified practitioner. Some plants carry safety cautions and drug interactions — always check before use.

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