Common Mallow
Taken at Musselburgh on 5th September 2021 using Nikon D500 with Sigma 600 mm zoom lens.
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Taken at Musselburgh on 19th June 2022 using Panasonic Lumix TZ70 in macro mode. Fact File



Taken at Barns Ness on 28th August 2016 using Panasonic Lumix LX5 in macro mode. Fact File

Taken at Barns Ness on 1st July 2012 using Panasonic Lumix LX5 in macro mode. Fact File


Common Mallow.
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AKA: 		Malva sylvestris.
Malvales.
Malvaceae.
Perennial herb.
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Feature:
 Verges, hedgerows and areas of waste ground.
June - September
90 cms.
The glue-like sap from the leaves, called 'mucilage', can be used as a soothing agent in treating bites and stings.