A worldwide community photographing and learning about wildlife
Project Noah Nature School
Plantago lanceolata
Lanceolate leaves with parallel veins that grow in a basal rosette (a bunch at the base). Long, leafless stalk with cylindrical flower at the top. Brownish-green flower head with tiny white flowers
Cedar Creek County Park, New York. Growing on the archery range. This plant grows well in lawns, roadsides and waste places.
Edible. Young leaves are more palatable but leaves can be boiled to reduce bitterness. Seeds can be ground and used to make flour. Can be used medicinally as well. Considered a weed in many places.
Spotted on May 18, 2013
Submitted on May 31, 2013
No Comments