Marshmallow Plant
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| Scientific name | Althaea |
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| Family | Malvaceae |
| Rank | Genus |
| Higher classification | Malveae |
| Subfamily | Malvoideae |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
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| ID | 1107934 |
About Marshmallow Plant
Althaea is a genus of 6–12 species of perennial herbs native to Europe, North Africa and western Asia. It includes Althaea officinalis, also known as the marshmallow plant, whence the fluffy confection got its name. They are found on the banks of rivers and in salt marshes, preferring moist, sandy soils.
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