Organic Marshmallow

Althaea officinalis

Certified Organic marshmallow root and aerial, hand-harvested on our farm at La Ferme À Ciel Sur Mer in Quebec. Our root is dug in the fall when the plant has pulled its energy down and mucilage content peaks; aerial leaves and flowers come off the plant in mid-summer. Both are dried at low heat to preserve the soothing botanical compounds that make this plant one of the most quietly powerful herbs in the materia medica.

Why Our Marshmallow

• Certified Organic, grown on our farm in Quebec
• Aerial harvested in summer; root dug in fall when mucilage peaks
• Root brushed clean, lightly rinsed, and dried at low heat to preserve mucilage
• Packaged and shipped direct from the farm

The quality is visible: pale ivory colour in the dried root, a clean fragrance, and an immediate mucilage draw the moment it meets cold water.

Key Uses

• Cold infusions and overnight water preparations
• Throat-soothing syrups and glycerites
• Tea blends — root for body, aerial for a lighter cup
• Topical preparations: rinses, compresses, and masks

Root or Aerial?

The root carries the highest mucilage concentration and is the classic choice for gut, throat, and demulcent preparations. The aerial parts (leaves and flowers) are gentler and milder, with a particular affinity for respiratory blends and a lovely pale colour in tea mixes. Many customers blend both. Use the variant selector above to choose.

How to Use

Cold infusion is the gold standard — heat diminishes the mucilage that makes marshmallow what it is. For full preparation methods, see our guide to marshmallow root tea; for the therapeutic application and gut-specific use, see our guide to marshmallow root for gut health.

Fresh Root, Seasonally

For glycerites, cold-process preparations, or working at scale, we offer fresh marshmallow root by pre-order — choose the Fresh Root option above. Expected next harvest: September, at the fall dig. Minimum order 5 kg, shipped within Canada only. Read more in our guide to fresh marshmallow root, or see how our harvested-to-order system works.

Product Details

• Botanical Name: Althaea officinalis
• Origin: Our farm, Quebec, Canada
• Form: Cut and sifted
• Certified Organic
• Packaging: Kraft bag
• Bulk orders: for bulk and wholesale orders, please contact us

A Note on Safety

Take marshmallow at least one hour before or after oral medications — the mucilage can slow absorption. If you're pregnant, nursing, or managing diabetes, consult your healthcare provider before adding it to your routine.

Learn More

• Marshmallow Root: A Soothing Herb for Gut Health
• Marshmallow Root Tea: Soothing Support from Root to Ritual
• How to Grow Marshmallow Root: A Complete Guide
• Fresh Marshmallow Root: Uses, How to Order & Why It's Worth It