The tea made from its leaves is sedative; when used externally, it softens and soothes the skin and is emollient. Sida cordifolia, popularly known as white mallow, is a plant with diverse uses in traditional medicine, especially in India, where it has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for thousands of years. • Respiratory problems: White mallow has been used to treat problems such as asthma, bronchitis, and coughs. It has bronchodilator and expectorant properties. • Digestive problems: The plant can help treat mild digestive problems such as indigestion and gas. It has antispasmodic and carminative properties. • Rheumatic problems: White mallow is also used to relieve rheumatic pain and arthritis. It has analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties. • Other uses: The plant has been used to treat skin problems such as wounds and inflammation. It has healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It helps treat fever. Used as an aphrodisiac. Used as a diuretic. Main traditional medicinal uses:
Respiratory health. White mallow is widely used to help with: Cough, Bronchitis, Flu, Colds.
Hoarseness, Throat irritation. Its mucilage helps protect and soothe the respiratory mucous membranes. Anti-inflammatory action. Traditionally used to relieve: Throat inflammation, Mild urinary inflammation.
Muscle pain, Inflammatory skin processes. Extracts from the leaves and roots contain compounds with anti-inflammatory potential demonstrated in experimental studies. Healing and external use. Compresses and poultices are used for: Superficial wounds, Insect bites, Skin irritations, Minor burns.
Boils. Digestive health. White mallow tea is popularly used for: Mild gastritis.
Heartburn. Intestinal irritation. Digestive discomfort. Mucilage forms a protective layer over the digestive mucosa. Urinary system. In folk medicine, it is used as an aid in: Burning sensation when urinating. Urinary tract irritations. Fluid retention. It has a mild diuretic effect. Bioactive compounds. White mallow contains:
Mucilage, Flavonoids, Alkaloids, Tannins, Phenolic compounds, Plant sterols. These compounds are related to emollient, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties. White mallow tea. Traditional infusion. Benefits for the throat. One of the most traditional applications of white mallow is in gargles for:
Tonsillitis. Pharyngitis. Canker sores. Oral inflammations. The calming effect occurs due to the presence of mucilage that coats the inflamed tissues.