althea Definition
a plant of the mallow family, typically having pink, purple, or white flowers.
Using althea: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "althea" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The althea in my garden is blooming beautifully.
Example
Althea is also known as hollyhock.
Example
The althea plant has medicinal properties and is used in herbal medicine.
Phrases with althea
althea officinalis
a species of althea that is commonly used in herbal medicine
Example
Althea officinalis is also known as marshmallow and is used to treat coughs and sore throats.
althea rosea
a species of althea that is commonly grown for its ornamental value
Example
Althea rosea is also known as hollyhock and is often used in cottage gardens.
Origins of althea
from Greek 'althein', meaning 'to heal'
Summary: althea in Brief
'Althea' [ælˈθiːə] refers to a plant of the mallow family, typically with pink, purple, or white flowers. It is also known as hollyhock and has medicinal properties used in herbal medicine. The two main species are 'althea officinalis,' commonly used in herbal medicine, and 'althea rosea,' commonly grown for its ornamental value.
