A gentle and versatile plant powder

Thanks to its fine texture and soothing properties, mallow powder is incorporated into natural capsules, instant infusions, and poultices. It is also appreciated in sensitive skin care products or in mouthwashes to calm oral inflammation.

Description

Fine light green to pale brown powder, soft texture, discreet vegetal aroma, slightly herbaceous and mucilaginous taste.

Nomenclature

• Common name: Mallow, wild mallow
• Latin name: Malva sylvestris
• Family: Malvaceae
• Part used: Leaf
• Form: Powder
• Origin: Europe, temperate zones
• English name: Mallow leaf powder
• German name: Malvenblattpulver
• Name in Spanish: Polvo de hoja de malva
• Name in Italian: Polvere di foglia di malva
• Name in Arabic: مسحوق أوراق الخبيزة

Main virtues

Emollient, soothing, protective of mucous membranes, adjuvant to skin or respiratory care.

Main constituents

Mucilages (up to 10%), flavonoids, tannins, mineral salts, traces of volatile terpenes.

Traditional use and dosage

• Capsules: 250 to 500 mg per dose, up to 3 times a day.
• Quick infusion: 1/2 teaspoon of powder in hot water, infuse briefly and filter.
• Poultices: Mixed with water or clay to soothe the skin.

Precautions, side effects and contraindications

• Use generally well tolerated.
• May reduce the absorption of certain medications taken simultaneously (mucilage effect).

History and use

Mallow has been a popular home remedy for centuries. Its powdered form makes it easy to use in many modern applications without compromising its gentle, protective properties.

Miscellaneous information

• Packaging: opaque pot, lined kraft bag or resealable doypack.
• Storage: away from light, humidity and heat.
• Shelf life: 12 to 18 months.

Sources and references

• Pl@ntUse – https://uses.plantnet-project.org
• European family herbal medicine
• Traditional herbalism and gentle use manuals

Note to project creators and formulators:

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