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Plantain
Family:
Plantaginaceae |
Latin Name:
Plantago lanceolata |
Description
The greater plantain is usually perennial, and survives the winter by means of its short rootstock set with long fibrous roots. The five to seven-veined leaves are all arranged in a basal rosette that lies flat on the ground. It blooms from May to August.
Common Uses
Taken internally, common plantain is a diuretic, expectorant, and decongestant. It is commonly prescribed for gastritis, peptic ulcers, diarrhea, dysentery, irritable bowel syndrome, respiratory congestion, loss of voice, and urinary tract bleeding.
History
In Gaelic, this herb is known as "the healing plant" because it was used in Ireland to treat wounds and bruises. It is a plant that has accompanied European colonization around the world--some Native Americans called it "Englishman's foot" because it seemed to spring up in the footsteps of white settlers.
Products Containing this Ingredient
Blood Toner®, Complete Tissue Formula (BF&C), Cough Syrup, Herbal, Ear Oil, Mullein, FLT™ (Flu Tea), Infection Formula (formerly Lymphatic Formula), Plantain Leaf, Cert. Organic
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