Marsh Mallow is widely found in many countries of Europe.  It is a perennial plant and grows to a height of 3-4 ft. The roots are thick and long and the plant has round, velvety leaves that are 2-3 inch long and about 1 1/4 inch broad.  The flowers are shaped like those of the common Mallow and have pale pink or white colors.

The leaves, root and flowers are used for medicinal purposes.  Marsh mallow has demulcent and emollient properties. It is used in the inflammation and irritation of the alimentary canal and in the urinary and respiratory organs.  Decoction of the plant is used in painful complaints of the urinary organs and it exerts a relaxing effect upon the passages.  It also cures bruises, sprains or any ache in the muscles.