The study aimed at evaluating the potentials of mucilage obtained from the root bark of Malva verticillata as a suspending agent. The effect of concentration and time on the suspending capability of mucilage were determined. Physical and chemical properties were used to characterize the extracted mucilage. The suspending potentials of mucilage was evaluated by rate of sedimentation, degree of flocculation and redispersibility. The extracted mucilage is pseudo plastic, hydrophilic, consisting of protein, fats, and carbohydrates. The result showed a significant negative correlation between the rate of sedimentation and concentration of mucilage. The formulated suspension showed good sedimentation profile, redispersibility, and flow rates. Further, time and the number of particles settling did not affect the suspending properties. Malva verticillata mucilage has potential to suspend paracetamol particles.