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Water regularly to keep the soil moist, especially during dry periods. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering in cooler months.
Also known as Lamb's-Tongue · Plantain · Ribwort Plantain
Hoary plantain (Plantago media) is a perennial herb with a rosette of leaves and spikes of small flowers, often found in meadows and lawns.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
70% intensity
Tolerates a wide range of light conditions.
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
60% intensity
Reduce watering in winter.
Tolerant of most soil types, but prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil.
50% intensity
Thrives in moderate temperatures.
70% intensity
Ideal growing range is 15-25°C.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Requires minimal fertilization.
20% intensity
A light application of balanced fertilizer in spring is usually enough.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | Yes |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly to keep the soil moist, especially during dry periods. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering in cooler months.
Minimal pruning is required. Remove dead or damaged leaves as needed to maintain appearance. Cut back flower stalks after blooming if self-seeding is undesirable.
Easily propagated by seed sown in spring or autumn. Can also be divided in spring or early autumn. Division is a reliable method for maintaining specific characteristics.
As a perennial herb typically grown outdoors, repotting is not usually necessary unless grown in a container. If container-grown, repot every 2-3 years into fresh soil in spring.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Hoary Plantain (Plantago media) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Plantaginaceae |
| Genus | Plantago |
| Species | Plantago media |
Similar in genus Plantago
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