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*Althaea officinalis Linnaeus. Marshmallow. Phen: Jul-Sep. Hab: Marshes. Dist: Native of Europe.
Origin/Endemic status: Europe
Other Comments: The roots of this plant were the original source of the mucilaginous paste used to make marshmallows (which are now made with a synthetic mucilage).
Synonymy ⓘ: = C, F, FNA6, G, GrPl, K1, K3, K4, Mi, NE, NY, Pa, Va; = n/a – RAB, Tat
Links to other floras: = Althaea officinalis - FNA6
Wetland Indicator Status:
- Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain: FACW
- Eastern Mountains and Piedmont: FACW
- Great Plains: FACW
- Midwest: FACW
- Northcentral & Northeast: FAC
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© Gary P. Fleming | Original Image ⭷
© Gary P. Fleming | Original Image ⭷
© Gary P. Fleming | Original Image ⭷
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