Malva
Malva · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Malva, is a versatile genus of flowering plants cherished for centuries in traditional herbal medicine. Renowned for its soothing properties, it is widely utilized to alleviate inflammation, soothe digestive upsets, and calm respiratory discomfort. Its soft, edible blossoms and nutrient-rich leaves offer remarkable therapeutic benefits.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Fruit
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
MalvaDistribution
This plant exhibits a significant presence across several regions in Northern Europe. Specifically, it can be found growing within the borders of Denmark. Its distribution extends further north into the landscapes of Finland and Norway. Additionally, the species is well-established throughout Great Britain. Finally, it is also documented to occur within Ireland.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark |
| Northern Europe | Finland |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain |
| Northern Europe | Ireland |
| Northern Europe | Norway |
| Northern Europe | Sweden |
| Middle Europe | Austria |
| Middle Europe | Belgium |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia |
| Middle Europe | Germany |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Malva has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include fruit.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Fruit | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Fruit
- Plants (Basel, Switzerland)