Marsh Mallow (Althaea Officinalis) is a perennial herb in the Malvaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Althaea officinalis, commonly called marsh mallow, is a herbaceous perennial native to moist environments like ditches, streambanks, and wetlands.