Did you know a wild edible plant packed with vitamins and soothing compounds might be growing right in your yard? Common mallow (Malva neglecta), sometimes called cheeseweed, is a wild edible plant packed with vitamins, minerals, and soothing compounds for gut health.
In this video, we’ll cover everything you need to know about foraging, growing, and cooking common mallow—from clear plant identification tips to its nutritional benefits and easy recipes. You’ll learn:
🌿 How to identify common mallow with confidence in North American habitats
🌿 Why mallow deserves a spot in your diet, from vitamins and minerals to gut-soothing mucilage
🌿 Tips for rescuing wild plants, growing in containers, or using it as living ground cover in your garden
🌿 How to use common mallow in the kitchen—fresh, cooked, or in a simple sautéed mallow and onions recipe
🌿 How to incorporate its leaves, flowers, and immature seed pods into everyday meals
If you’ve ever wondered “What is common mallow?” or how to turn this overlooked wild edible weed into a delicious and healing food, this guide will give you everything you need to start harvesting, cooking, and enjoying it.
🌱 Whether you’re a curious gardener, a new forager, or someone exploring wild edible plants for resilience and joy, common mallow deserves a spot in your kitchen.
Credit to : Edible America
