Phytovie's Malva extract is used in traditional Chinese medicine to reduce heat, induce urination, moisten the intestine and unblock the colon.
Malvas are among the world's oldest known medicinal plants. They include Malva verticillata (Chinese mallow) and Malva sylvestris (common mallow). They have been used in herbal teas (infusions) in China for over 5,000 years. Greek and Roman physicians also used them to treat a variety of illnesses, either in the form of herbal teas or poultices. These medicinal plants retained their reputation as panacea treatments throughout the Middle Ages.
Malvas is a member of the mallow family. On the whole, these plants are well known for their soothing qualities. Malvas contain mucilage, polysaccharides and flavonoids. The mucilage gives them their soothing properties. In phytotherapy, Malva herbal teas are considered a 'soother', helping to eliminate irritation and inflammation of the gastrointestinal and respiratory tracts.
Malva is effective in combating irritation and inflammation of mucous membranes. In the gastrointestinal tract, these ingredients form a protective layer over the stomach mucosa. This helps relieve gastrointestinal disorders such as gastric catarrh, enteritis, indigestion, ulcers and colitis.
Malva tea is commonly used for symptomatic relief of coughs and sore throats. Malva helps expel phlegm and relieve congestion in the lungs. It helps the body to eliminate excess fluid and mucus, and because of its soothing and softening properties, it not only eliminates phlegm but also acts to soothe and relieve inflammation of the larynx and tonsils, dry coughs, sore throats, hoarseness, pulmonary catarrh, bronchitis, asthma and irritation of the respiratory tract.
Malva is a mild laxative when used in larger doses. It also has diuretic properties that increase urine flow. It can be used to soothe the urinary tract and relieve cystitis or bladder infection.
