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Malva
Botanical: Malva moschata
Common name: Musk Mallow
A mucilaginous, slightly
astringent herb that is
expectorant, soothes irritated tissues in the throat and chest and
reduces inflammation. Used for the respiratory tract and the
gastrointestinal tract.
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Internally for excess mucus, throat
infections, coughs, asthma, emphysema
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Has a calming effect on the body
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Helps
relieve pain caused by gastrointestinal disorders, ulcers,
enteritis, colitis
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More Scientific
References on Malva Flower, (Malva Moschata L)
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Bone-flesh-cartilage,
demulcent, genito-urinary tract, mucous membranes.
Daniel B. Mowrey, Ph.D.
Herbal Tonic Therapies.
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Tonic, respiratory system.
Daniel B. Mowrey, Ph.D. Herbal Tonic Therapies.
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All parts of the plants are demulcent,
diuretic, and
emollient.
Mrs. Grieve. A Modern Herbal. Penguin 1984. - Bown. D. Encyclopedia of
Herbs and their Uses. Dorling Kindersley, London 1995. - Chiej
R. Encyclopedia of Medicinal Plants. MacDonald 1984. - Launert. E. Edible
and Medicinal Plants. Hamlyn 1981. - Lust J. The Herb Book. Bantam books
1983. - Uphof J. C. Th. Dictionary of Economics Plants. Weinhein 1959. -
Foster. S. & Duke J. A. A Filed Guide to medicinal Plants. Eastern and
Central N. America. - Houghton Mifflin Co 1990.

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