Flower Properties

Property	Value
English Name	Hollyhock
MainColor	Pink
PlantType	Herb
Growth Type	Cultivated
Season	July
ImageUrl	Alcea-001
Photographer	DP
Location
Human Toxicity	Non_Toxic

Flower Details

Description

A tall, stately biennial or short-lived perennial producing large, showy flowers in shades of pink, red, white, or yellow along a single erect stem. Commonly seen in cottage gardens.

Distribution

Native to southwestern Asia; naturalized across Europe and widely cultivated.

Medicinal/Other Uses

Traditionally used as a mild demulcent and emollient to soothe coughs, sore throats, and digestive irritation.

Edibility  

The young leaves and flowers are edible raw or cooked; mild flavour. Often used in salads or herbal teas.

Human Toxicity

Generally safe; may cause mild contact irritation in sensitive individuals.

Pet Toxicity

Not Toxic

Active Compounds

Mucilage, flavonoids, anthocyanins.