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Description
Plantago Coronopus, commonly known as buck’s-horn plantain or lesser plantain, is a flowering plant that belongs to the family Plantaginaceae. It is native to Europe but can now be found in various parts of the world, including North America, Asia, and Australia. This herbaceous plant has a rosette of basal leaves that are ovate to oblong in shape and are arranged in a spiraling pattern. The leaves are deeply lobed, with toothed margins, and can grow up to 10 cm long. The plant produces a tall, slender inflorescence that rises above the leaves and bears small, greenish-white flowers. It typically blooms from June to September.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain| Eukaryota ||————|———–|| Kingdom| Plantae|| Phylum| Angiosperms || Class| Eudicots|| Order| Lamiales || Family| Plantaginaceae || Genus| Plantago || Species| Plantago Coronopus |
Appearance
Plantago Coronopus is a small plant that typically grows to a height of 10-50 cm. The leaves are dark green and glossy, with a slightly wavy texture. The flowers are small and inconspicuous, with greenish-white petals that are less than 2 mm long. The fruit is a capsule that contains numerous small, black seeds.
Care Guide
Plantago Coronopus is a hardy plant that requires minimal care. It can grow in a variety of soil types and can tolerate both full sun and partial shade. However, it prefers moist, well-drained soil. Here are some tips for caring for Plantago Coronopus:- Water: Water the plant regularly during dry periods, but do not overwater.- Fertilization: No fertilization is necessary for this plant.- Soil: Plantago Coronopus can grow in a variety of soil types but prefers moist, well-drained soil.- Sunlight: It can tolerate both full sun and partial shade.- Hardiness Zones: This plant can grow in USDA hardiness zones 3-9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Plantago Coronopus is generally not susceptible to many pests or diseases. However, it may occasionally suffer from fungal diseases such as powdery mildew. Insect pests that may affect this plant include aphids and spider mites.
Habitat
Plantago Coronopus is native to Europe but can now be found in various parts of the world, including North America, Asia, and Australia. It grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas such as roadsides and waste places.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Plantago Coronopus poisonous to humans or animals?
A: No, Plantago Coronopus is not poisonous to humans or animals.Q: Can Plantago Coronopus be used for medicinal purposes?
A: Yes, Plantago Coronopus has been used in traditional medicine for a variety of purposes, including as a remedy for coughs and respiratory ailments.Q: How long does it take for Plantago Coronopus to bloom?
A: Plantago Coronopus typically blooms from June to September.Q: Can Plantago Coronopus be grown indoors?
A: No, Plantago Coronopus is an outdoor plant and is not suitable for indoor growing.
Related Plants
– Plantago major (Common plantain)- Plantago lanceolata (Ribwort plantain)- Plantago media (Hoary plantain)
References
– USDA Plants Database. (n.d.). Plantago coronopus L. Retrieved from https://plants.usda.gov/core/profile?symbol=PLCO3- Flora of North America. (n.d.). Plantago coronopus Linnaeus. Retrieved from http://www.efloras.org/florataxon.aspx?flora_id=1&taxon_id=220001339- Plants for a Future. (n.d.). Plantago coronopus – L. Retrieved from https://pfaf.org/user/Plant.aspx?LatinName=Plantago+coronopus
