Flower Properties

Flower Details

Description

Common Mallow is a low-growing, sprawling herbaceous plant with rounded, scalloped leaves and pale pink to white flowers with five petals. It typically blooms from spring to autumn and can often be found in disturbed soils and waste areas.

Distribution

Native to Europe and Asia, Common Mallow is now widespread across North America, thriving in temperate regions.

Medicinal/Other Uses

✅ Traditionally used for its soothing properties, particularly in treating respiratory and digestive ailments. The leaves and flowers have been used in poultices and teas.

Edibility  

Edible - leaves, flowers, and seeds can be consumed raw or cooked, often used in salads and soups.

Human Toxicity

Non_Toxic

Non Toxic - generally safe for human consumption with no known toxic effects.

Pet Toxicity

Non Toxic to pets - safe for animals if ingested.

Active Compounds

Mucilage, flavonoids, anthocyanins.