Also known as Buck's-Horn Plantain · Buck-Horn Plantain · Crowfoot Plantain
Buckhorn Plantain (Plantago coronopus) is a hardy perennial herb with narrow, toothed leaves, often used in salads or as a potherb. It tolerates poor soils and salt spray
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Adaptable
50% intensity
Hardy
25% intensity
Tolerates a wide range of temperatures, hardy to -20°C.
Low
25% intensity
Benefits from a light feeding in spring; generally not demanding.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | Yes |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Buckhorn plantain prefers consistently moist soil, especially during establishment. Water regularly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feel dry. Reduce watering in winter.
Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot, as it dislikes waterlogged conditions.
Pruning is typically minimal. Remove any dead, damaged, or discolored leaves as needed to maintain a tidy appearance. For harvesting leaves for culinary use, cut them from the outer edges to encourage continuous growth.
Buckhorn plantain is easily propagated by seed. Sow seeds directly outdoors in early spring or fall. They can also be propagated by division of established clumps in spring.
Repotting is rarely necessary for this hardy perennial. If grown in a container and it becomes root-bound, repot in spring to a slightly larger container with fresh, well-draining potting mix.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Plantaginaceae |
| Genus | Plantago |
| Species | Plantago coronopus |
Similar in genus Plantago
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