Malva parviflora

Malva parviflora
Family:Malva parviflora; Antidandruff; Demulcent; Emollient; Pectoral; Skin.
Common name:Cheeseweed
The whole plant is emollient and pectoral. It can be used as a poultice on swellings running sores and boils. The seeds are demulcent. They are used in the treatment of coughs and ulcers in the bladder. A decoction of the roots or leaves has been used as a hair rinse to remove dandruff and to soften the hair.

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