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Seed | Greater Plantain
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Seed | Greater Plantain

Seed | Greater Plantain

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Plantago major seeds, a hardy species with recognized medicinal properties. Adapted to northern climates, these seeds produce vigorous plants with broad basal leaves. Reliable germination and rapid growth in a variety of soils.
A LITTLE HISTORY

Plantago is a genus comprising over 200 plant species widely used worldwide as functional foods and remedies for a wide range of diseases. This review summarizes the traditional uses, bioactive compounds, and pharmacological activities of this genus.

Wild plantain is known to Russians and their native name is Podoroshnik, which means near the road or along the road, this plant does not come from Canada.

Among the First Nations here, it is called whitefoot, because it grows wherever the white nations have set foot and walked.

It grows wild and we use it for its medicinal properties.
PROPERTIES

It contains mineral elements such as:

  • sodium, potassium, magnesium, iron, manganese and phosphorus, fatty acids, vitamins (vitamin C and carotenes), nitrates and oxalic acid.

Its medicinal properties: The leaves and seeds are used,

  • The densely concentrated levels of chemical components in broadleaf plantain make it one of the most prolific and widely distributed medicinal crops in the world.

The active chemical constituents are aucubin, allantoin and mucilage.

  • These compounds contain numerous antimicrobial, antiviral, antitoxin, astringent, healing, cooling, and diuretic properties. The leaves are commonly processed and prepared as an ointment or poultice.

Broadleaf plantain can be used for many different preparations, both food and body.
HOW TO COOK?

Here are some ways to cook plantain (Plantago major):

  • 1. Salad
    Ingredients: Plantain leaves, fresh vegetables, vinaigrette.
    Preparation: Wash and chop the leaves. Mix them with other seasonal vegetables and season with a vinaigrette.
  • 2. Soup
    Ingredients: Broth, plantain leaves, potatoes, onion.
    Preparation: Sauté the onion, add the diced potatoes and the broth. Add the plantain leaves at the end of cooking.
  • 3. Herbal teas
    Ingredients: Dried plantain leaves, water.
    Preparation: Steep one teaspoon of dried leaves in a cup of hot water for 10 minutes. Strain and enjoy.
  • 4. Pesto
    Ingredients: Plantain leaves, walnuts, garlic, parmesan cheese, olive oil.
    Preparation: Blend the leaves with walnuts, garlic, Parmesan cheese and olive oil until you get a smooth paste.
  • 5. Pancakes
    Ingredients: Plantain leaves, flour, eggs, spices.
    Preparation: Chop the leaves, mix them with flour and eggs to form a dough. Cook small patties in a pan until golden brown.

These recipes showcase the flavor and health benefits of plantain. Enjoy!
HOW TO GROW?

It will be necessary:

  • Cold stratification:
  • Prepare the seeds: Clean them and, if necessary, soak them for a few hours.
  • Mix: Mix the seeds with a moist substrate (sand or vermiculite).
  • Condition: Put everything in an airtight bag.
  • Refrigerate: Place the bag in the refrigerator for 4 to 12 weeks.
  • Check: Make sure the substrate remains slightly moist.
  • Sow: After the stratification period, sow the seeds in prepared soil.

That's it! It helps the seeds germinate.

Finally, this is a variety that is difficult to clean because it is a dusty seed, but don't worry, I will put a lot more in your envelope than less.

Our seeds are vigorous, open-pollinated and adapted to the Quebec climate.

  • Species: Plantago major: Plantaginaceae
  • Sowing: Early March indoors, early April under cover outdoors or sow broadcast or in lines on the surface to be cultivated outdoors.
    in the spring before the last frost on the ground in your region or towards the end of September
  • Seeds: 10-15 seeds per pot, final transplanting into an outdoor pot or on top of the soil around mid-May
  • Sowing depth: 0.5 cm
  • Germination time: 5-15 days
  • Soil: Poor, humus-rich, loose and well-drained
  • Location: Sun and tolerates shade and cold very well
  • Spacing between plants: 25-30 cm
  • Height at maturity: 10-50cm
  • Maturity: 75-85 days | Perennial
  • Seed per envelope: +/- 175
    Our seeds are guaranteed for the year of purchase.

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