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English Plantain

Plantago lanceolata

Photo by ForestDragon
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Field Notes

Description:

Lanceolate leaves with parallel veins that grow in a basal rosette (a bunch at the base). Long, leafless stalk with cylindrical flower at the top. Brownish-green flower head with tiny white flowers

Habitat:

Cedar Creek County Park, New York. Growing on the archery range. This plant grows well in lawns, roadsides and waste places.

Notes:

Edible. Young leaves are more palatable but leaves can be boiled to reduce bitterness. Seeds can be ground and used to make flour. Can be used medicinally as well. Considered a weed in many places.

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