Plantain Identification. However based on genetic evidence most members of the Figwort or Snapdragon family have been moved into the Plantain family making this the new Figwort family. Its flower stalk is topped with a circular-shaped flower that could be as large as 2 to 3 inches around.
When these stems are broken they reveal string-like veins that resemble those in celery. Small inconspicuous flowers without obvious sepals and petals. If youre new to identifying herbs plantain is a great one to start with.
In this video we take a look at the wild plantain and its identification features.
However based on genetic evidence most members of the Figwort or Snapdragon family have been moved into the Plantain family making this the new Figwort family. Its flower stalk is topped with a circular-shaped flower that could be as large as 2 to 3 inches around. Long-pointed green petite flowers grow from the base. These leaves grow in a basal rosette which means they grow at the base of the plant the leaves overlapping to loosely form a rose-like shape.
