Is Plantain the Same as Plantago

Plantain, also known as broadleaf plantain (Plantago major), is native to Europe and certain parts of Asia. This perennial plant produces greenish flowers and has large, oval-shaped leaves that can be eaten raw or cooked. Despite sharing its name, plantain weed is unrelated to plantain fruit, which is a type of banana.

What is the common name for plantain?

Common Name:Common plantainScientific Name:Plantago majorFamily:Plantaginaceae (Plantain)Duration:PerennialHabit:Herbs

What is Plantago for?

The psyllium in plantago has been used for GI conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), diarrhea, constipation, and hemorrhoids. It has also been used to treat hyperlipidemia and for its anticancer effects, and it may be useful for glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes.