Arnoglossum plantagineum (Prairie Plantain)

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Also known as Indian Plantain, Prairie Indian Plantain. 

Prairie Plantain features small white – green blooms and striking, thick, glossy leaves that mostly occur at the base of the plant. It prefers rich, moist soil in prairies, fields and open woods. Prairie Plantain makes a great addition to moist meadow or prairie plantings. It naturally occurs in southeast and east Texas to central Texas and the Edwards Plateau. Cherokees used it as a poultice for cuts, bruises, tumors and infections. 

 

AT A GLANCE

Texas native Yes
Water use Medium
Sun exposure Full sun
Bloom color White, green
Bloom time Spring, summer
Mature height 2-5 ft
Mature spread 2-3 ft
Attracts Beetles, butterflies, nectar insects, moths, bees.
Notes Attracts beneficial insects.


 

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 Present in state
 Present in county and native
 Native to North America, but adventive & escaped in state         
 Not present in state
 Present and rare, native in county
 Previously present, now extinct
 Questionable presence (cross-hatched, regardless of color)