Plantain
Botanical Name: Plantago major
Family Name: Plantaginaceae
Plant Description: Broadleaf herb found in lawns and pathways
Ecosystem: Lawns, roadsides, disturbed soil
Size: 10–30 cm
Shape: Low rosette of broad, ribbed leaves
Geographical Origin: Europe, Asia
Current Distribution: Worldwide
Flower Shapes and Colours: Tiny green flowers on upright spikes
Seed Types and Size: Tiny brown seeds
Uses: Wound healing, skin salves, teas
Parts Used: Leaves, seeds
Medicinal Uses: Anti-inflammatory, wound healing, soothes stings
Planetary Influences: Venus
Metaphysical Uses: Grounding, protection
Elemental Association: Earth