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Althaea officinalis

Berry, J. · The Hospital · 1884

Traditional / reference

Abstract

An early monograph on marshmallow (Althaea officinalis), describing its traditional medicinal use as a demulcent and emollient for irritation of the throat, chest and skin.

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How to cite

Berry, J (1884) 'Althaea officinalis', The Hospital, 1(6), pp. 85-86.

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