Greater Broadleaf Plantain Seeds - Flowering Herbaceous Broadleaf Perennial
Plantago major
* Common Names = Plantain Herb / Greater Plantain / Broadleaf Plantain / Che Qian Zi
* Species is hermaphrodite / self-fertile / pollinated by wind
* Does well in compacted or disturbed soils
* Plant produces 20,000 seeds annually - can be ground into a flour substitute
* Leaves are boiled or steeped for salads and teas - high in calcium and carotene
* A wet dressing is made from the leaves for wounds / swelling / bleeding
* Consumed to treat diarrhea / ulcers / bronchitis
* Pliable & tough fibers from mature plants are used in survival situations ( cords / sutures / braids / fishing line )
* Very hardy and drought tolerant
[ The dried plantain herb is also available in our shop, when stock is plentiful. ]
Life Cycle: Broadleaf Herbaceous Perennial
Height: 20 in.
Max Width: 12 in.
USDA Zone: 3-12
Light: Full Sun / Partial Sun (can't grow in shade)
Harvest: Leaves = anytime; Roots / Whole Plant = in fall after flowering
GROWING RECOMMENDATIONS:
1. Sow seeds 1/4" deep in small pots or flats with moistened seed-starting mix. Spritz with water to settle into soil.
2. Place in a spot with warm, indirect sun and keep soil moist. Germination should occur in 21-28 days.
3. Resize into bigger pots as needed. Transplant 4” tall seedlings 12” apart after last frost. Protect young plants during the first few winters.
*** Harvest leaves anytime as needed; Harvest whole plant / roots in the fall when weather is cool.