Broadleaf plantain

Common Name:

plantain, broadleaf

Scientific Name:

Plantago major

Family:

Plantaginaceae

Lifecycle:

Perennial

Features

Tap-rooted, rosette forming perennial. Leaves obovate to orbicular, with distinct parallel veins that run length of leaf. Inflorescence a single stalk, elongated at top 3 to 8 cm.

Description

Similar characteristics to buckhorn plantain except: 1. Leaves obovate to orbicular; 2. Inflorescence more elongated along stem, not compact at head.