Scientific Name: Althaea officinalis
Mucilaginous root/leaf used to soothe mucous membranes.
Demulcent; Soothing; Anti-inflammatory (topical)
Cool
Cold infusion (leaf/root); Syrup; Lozenges
Cold infusion: 2–5 g herb per 250 mL water; as needed
May delay absorption of other drugs—separate dosing by 1–2 h.
Licorice (DGL); Plantain leaf
VASCAN
Erect, rhizomatous perennial with fernlike, bipinnate leaves and flat-topped clusters of small white to pink
