Marshmallow, aka Althaea Officinalis, has been used for millennia as edible food and for its soothing properties. Marshmallow Root is from the mucilage-heavy Malvaceae family and is an herbaceous perennial that can be found growing alongside marshes, seas, riverbanks, and other equally damp areas. Marshmallow Root can be decocted or cold infused as tea. This demulcent makes a wonderful addition to herbal syrups, infusion blends, and body care concoctions.