Is malva sylvestris good for skin?
Malva sylvestris L. Panirak in Iran, is a widely-used medicinal plant known for its efficacy in treating various skin conditions. Its flowers are particularly beneficial in healing cut wounds, eczema, infected dermal wounds, and skin inflammations. Fluid extracts of Malva sylvestris leaves and flowers are used to treat inflammatory mucosal diseases, cystitis and diarrhea. This plant derives its restorative powers from mucilage and flavonoids found in the vegetation and leaves.
What is Malva called in English?
Malva is a genus of herbaceous or woody, annual, biennial, and perennial plants in the family Malvaceae. It is one of several closely related genera in the family to bear the common English name mallow. The genus is widespread throughout the temperate, subtropical and tropical regions of Africa, Asia and Europe. Malva is firstly a beautiful purple hued mallow flower, it is also a feminine name meaning soft and in Italian, Malva translates to Mauve. This delicate lilac purple is ideal for adding a feminine, quaint shade to your decor.