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Malva nicaeensis Bull mallow (1 Page of 5) The Malva nicaeensis plant species is found in Europe to W. Asia. An introduced and not infrequent casual in Britain, occasionally established. It is a member of the Malvaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Bull mallow. Some home gardeners know the variety as M. borealis. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Malva nicaeensis Common Name: Bull mallow Family: Malvaceae Author: All. Known Hazards: Although we have seen no reports of toxicity for this species, when grown on nitrogen rich soils (and particularly when these are cultivated inorganically), the leaves of some species tend to concentrate high levels of nitrates in their leaves[76]. The leaves are perfectly wholesome at all other times. Mature Height: 0.5 Mature Width: Habitat: Stony and rocky ground[200].
Medicinal Information: A decoction of the plant has been used in the treatment of migraine headaches[257]. A poultice of the heated leaves has been applied to the head or stomach to relieve pain[257].
A decoction of the roots has been used to treat fevers, especially in children[257].
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