Status:
valid
Authors:
Coss. & Murb.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
Acta Univ. Lund., 2 , 1(4): 67 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000478112
Common Names
- Plantago Akkensis
- Plantago Akkens
- Plantago Akkensi
Description
Plantago akkensis (also called Akkense Plantain, among many other common names) is a perennial evergreen plant native to Europe. It has a rosette of succulent leaves and produces a cluster of white flowers. It is found in temperate climates in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Plantago akkensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for air purification and as a ground cover.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Plantago akkensis sub. akkensis
Plantago akkensis sub. ounifensis (Batt.) Maire
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Plantago akkensis has a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Plantago akkensis is a tropical plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and bright, indirect light. To propagate, take stem cuttings in the spring or summer and place them in water or moist soil. The cuttings should root within a few weeks.
Where to Find Plantago akkensis
Plantago akkensis can be found in the Mediterranean.
Plantago akkensis FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Plantago akkensis?
Plantago akkensis prefers temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C)
How much light does Plantago akkensis need?
Plantago akkensis prefers bright, indirect light.
How often should I water Plantago akkensis?
Plantago akkensis should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.
Species in the Plantago genus
Plantago unibracteata,
Plantago varia,
Plantago trichophora,
Plantago tunetana,
Plantago turficola,
Plantago turrifera,
Plantago tomentosa,
Plantago triandra,
Plantago akkensis,
Plantago afra,
Plantago albicans,
Plantago algarbiensis,
Plantago hispida,
Plantago indica,
Plantago incisa,
Plantago malato-belizii,
Plantago major,
Plantago maris-mortui,
Plantago maritima,
Plantago media,
Plantago mauritanica,
Plantago maxima,
Plantago laxiflora,
Plantago lanigera,
Plantago lanceolata,
Plantago leucophylla,
Plantago libyca,
Plantago loeflingii,
Plantago linearis,
Plantago litorea,
Plantago palustris,
Plantago palmata,
Plantago papuana,
Plantago paradoxa,
Plantago ovata,
Plantago podlechii,
Plantago polita,
Plantago popovii,
Plantago princeps,
Plantago phaeostoma,
Plantago picta,
Plantago multiscapa,
Plantago montisdicksonii,
Plantago moorei,
Plantago minuta,
Plantago mohnikei,
Plantago monosperma,
Plantago mixta,
Plantago notata,
Plantago obconica,
Species in the Plantaginaceae family
Acanthorrhinum ramosissimum,
Adenosma annamense,
Adenosma bracteosum,
Adenosma camphoratum,
Adenosma cordifolium,
Adenosma debilis,
Adenosma elsholtzioides,
Adenosma glutinosum,
Adenosma hirsutum,
Adenosma indianum,
Adenosma inopinatum,
Adenosma javanicum,
Adenosma macrophyllum,
Adenosma malabaricum,
Adenosma microcephalum,
Adenosma muelleri,
Adenosma nelsonioides,
Adenosma papuana,
Adenosma punctata,
Adenosma retusilobum,
Adenosma subrepens,
Adenosma ternata,
Adenosma thorelii,
Agathelpis adunca,
Agathelpis brevifolia,
Agathelpis mucronata,
Albraunia foveopilosa,
Albraunia fugax,
Albraunia psilosperma,
Anamaria heterophylla,
Anarrhinum bellidifolium,
Anarrhinum corsicum,
Anarrhinum duriminium,
Anarrhinum forsskaolii,
Anarrhinum fruticosum,
Anarrhinum intermedium,
Anarrhinum laxiflorum,
Anarrhinum longipedicellatum,
Anarrhinum orientale,
Anarrhinum pedatum,
Anarrhinum forskaohlii,
Ancistrostylis harmandii,
Angelonia acuminatissima,
Angelonia alternifolia,
Angelonia angustifolia,
Angelonia arguta,
Angelonia biflora,
Angelonia bisaccata,
Angelonia blanchetii,
Angelonia campestris,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:684836-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].