Marshmallow Seeds: Althaea officinalis

Marshmallow Seeds

Marshmallow Seeds Althaea officinalis, commonly known as marshmallow, has several other names including marsh mallow, white mallow, common marsh-mallow and rose-mallow. Other less common names include bismalva, guimauve, mortification root, wymot and wymote. In some regions, it’s also referred to as malva, mallards, mauls, schloss teai, cheeses and sweet weed.

White Mallow Seeds

Althaea officinalis, commonly known as Marsh Mallow, is a perennial plant with medicinal and culinary uses. It’s known for its soft, velvety leaves and pale, clustered flowers. Seeds require a period of cold stratification before sowing, either indoors or outdoors in autumn. The plant thrives in full sun with well-drained, fertile soil. 

Seed Information: Althaea officinalis Seeds

• Germination: Althaea officinalis seeds have a dormancy period that needs to be broken by cold stratification. This can be achieved by sowing them in autumn, or by placing seeds in a damp paper towel in the fridge for a few weeks before sowing.
• Sowing Depth: Surface sow the seeds, barely covering them with a fine sprinkling of soil or compost.
• Ideal Temperature: For germination, aim for temperatures around 15-21°C indoors.
• Light: Marshmallow seeds need light to germinate.
• Sowing Time: Seeds can be sown indoors in spring or outdoors in autumn.
• Germination Time: Expect germination to take 10-14 days when sown at the right temperature.

Plant Information: Rose-Mallow

• Hardiness: Perennial, hardy in zones 3-9.
• Height: Can grow 36-60 inches tall.
• Width: Can spread 24-30 inches wide.
• Light: Full sun to partial shade.
• Soil: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil.
• Watering: Requires consistent moisture.
• Flowering: Produces pale, clustered flowers with purple anthers.
• Uses: Leaves, flowers and roots are all used medicinally, particularly for coughs and inflammation.
• Companion Planting: Beneficial for attracting pollinators and improving soil quality.