Arnoglossum plantagineum (Prairie Plantain)
$ 13.98
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. |
DISTRIBUTION MAPS
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) |

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)