Marshmallows

[Yumi]

Marshmallows originally come from the mallow plant, specifically the root of the Althaea officinalis. The plant's mucilaginous sap was used to make a confectionery similar to modern marshmallows, which were initially created for medicinal purposes before evolving into the sweet treat we know today.

 

[irohagozaru]

Marshmallows originally come from the mallow plant, specifically the root of the Althaea officinalis. The plant's mucilaginous sap was used to make a confectionery similar to modern marshmallows, which were initially created for medicinal purposes before evolving into the sweet treat we know today.

It's so cool that marshmallows started as medicine and now they're a yummy treat! I love them in s'mores!