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The marshmallow root or leaf is the member of the Mallow family
and it mainly grows in the moist soils of England, Denmark and
throughout the central parts of Russia, as well as in parts of
the Mediterranean region. It was also found in gardens of
Northern America from where it moved to the salt marshes
extending from Massachusetts to Virginia. The marshmallow root
is more extensively found as compared to the leaves. The
marshmallow root is very thick. It is initially long and
tapering but thickens with time. The roots are perennial in
nature and extremely tough and flexible. Their color is whitish
yellow on the outside and they are very fibrous from within.
History and Origin The plant is native to Europe and parts of
Asia. The marshmallow root has been in use since around 200 BC
under the Greek name ‘Althea’, which actually means