khatmi :

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Roots of Centaurea behen Linn.)

Fruits of Malva sylvestris Linn.)

Flower of Nymphaea lotus)

(Gum of Acacia arabica Wild)

(Manna of Bambusa arundinaceae)

Adultrants:

It can be adultrated with the root of hollylock, Althaea rosea. The root of Althaea officinalis are also found to be adulterated with roots of Lavatera thuringiaca Linn. The unpeeled roots of Althaea officinalis are sometimes used to adulterate belladonna

Controversy:

The efficacy of the flavonoids contribution to hypolipidemia is controversial

Commercial value:

-There is a marshmallow plant, and marshmallows used to be made from the extract of its roots, but today it is made of corn syrup, gelatin, gum arabic, egg and flavorings. The gelatin is softened in water and gum Arabic and flavorings are added. They look like little fluffy pillows of sugar. Marshmallow creme is a thick, whipped mixture of the stuff sold in jars. Commercial marshmallows where introduced in the 19th century. Marshmallow cream is also available in jars and is simply whipped marshmallow. Marshmallows are loved by adults and children. Marshmallows come in two sizes large and mini. They can be eaten as is, placed on top of hot chocolate, used to make desserts if many kinds.

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khatmi - Althea officinalis Linn. - Malvaceae

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