Marshmallow Plant – 5 Seeds

Marshmallow Seeds. Marshmallow root, or Althaea officinalis, is a flowering plant that has played a role in herbal medicine for centuries. It is a perennial species indigenous to Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa. A confection made from the root since ancient Egyptian times evolved into today’s marshmallow treat, but most modern marshmallow treats no longer contain any marsh-mallow root.

Common Names: Mallards, Mauls, Schloss Teai, Cheeses, Mortification Koot, Mallow, White mallow, Common Marsh-mallow, Mortification root, Sweet Weed and Wymote.

Marshmallow Medicinal Benefits

Flowers, leaves, and root are edible. The marshmallow plant has a history of use in herbal medicine. It is beneficial for so many ailments from stomach upset, constipation, sore throat, bronchial spasms, and even bruises, cuts, and scrapes.

Growing Marshmallow from Seed

Indoor Sowing: Cold Stratification and then transplant the seedlings in spring.

Direct Sowing: Autumn.

• Marshmallow is a perennial and grows up to 3 or 4 feet tall, if given plenty of water, so plan for its height, to avoid shadowing smaller plants.
• The Marshmallow Seeds need to be cold stratified by exposing them to cold, damp conditions.
• For indoor sowing, first cold stratify the seeds for 60 days.
• After the cold stratification process, Sow the seeds shallowly, an inch or less deep. Cover with a light layer of soil.
• In mild winter areas you can plant in the autumn and germination will take place in the following Spring.
• In harsh winter areas, plant in the early spring, as soon as the ground can be worked.
• Marshmallow seeds will germinate as the soil warms up.
• Keep it well weeded and mulched.