Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
478359

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lam.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1792

Citation Micro:
Tabl. Encycl. 1: 340 (1792)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000477691

Common Names

  • Woolly Plantain
  • Plantago Tomentosa
  • Woolly Plantago

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Synonyms

  • Plantago tomentosa tomentosa [unknown]

Description

Plantago tomentosa (also called 'Woolly Plantain', among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands and meadows. It has long, narrow leaves and white-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Plantago tomentosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal herb to treat respiratory problems, digestive issues, and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Plantago tomentosa has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plantago tomentosa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly. It prefers a well-draining soil and should be fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Plantago tomentosa

Plantago tomentosa can be found in the tropical forests of Brazil.

Plantago tomentosa FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Plantago tomentosa?

The ideal temperature for Plantago tomentosa is between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.

How much light does Plantago tomentosa need?

Plantago tomentosa needs bright, indirect light.

How often should Plantago tomentosa be watered?

Plantago tomentosa should be watered when the soil is dry to the touch, about once every 7-10 days.

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

Jean-Baptiste de Lamarck (1744-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lam.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:30050307-2: 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].