Plantain (Ribwort)

Plantain (Ribwort)

Scientific Name: Plantago lanceolata_2

Botanical Family: Plantaginaceae

Plant Type: Herb (perennial)

Geographical Origin: Eurasia; naturalized

Species/Variety: Plantago lanceolata

Description

Duplicate entry for clarity of common name.

Therapeutic Properties

Demulcent; Vulnerary; Antitussive

Temperament

Cool

How to Use

Tea; Syrup

Dosage

Tea: 1–2 tsp leaf

Precautions

Generally safe

Replacement / Alternatives

Plantago major

References

VASCAN; Native American Ethnobotany

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