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Plantago lanceolata
English Plantain
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Interesting info and more photos: missouriplants.com

Dan Teglia writes, " P. lanceolata was used traditionally in a leaf tea to help remedy ailments such as coughs and diarrhea. The leaves were applied to sores to help them heal quicker. Many species of Plantago have been proven to have this same healing property."


 

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 


Dan Teglia - missouriplants.com

You ought to know:

Area: dry

Height: 8-10 inches

Frequency at ML: low

Blooms: Late Spring