Plantago arborescens (Branched Plantain)
Botanical Information
Family | Plantaginaceae |
Genus | Plantago |
Species | arborescens |
Category | Perennials, Wildflowers & Weeds |
Origin | Native to the Canary Islands. |
Details
USDA Hardiness Zone | 9 |
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canadian Hardiness Zone | 9a |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Zone | H3 |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Temperature (°C) | -5 to 1 |
Temperature (°F) | 23 to 34 |
Height | 0.6 m |
Spread | 0.1 m |
Description and Growing Information
General Description | A dwarf plant with needle-shaped leaves. The green, spiny leaves radiate individually from each of the stems. |
Shape | Short and bushy. |
Landscape | Border, edging, or as a single specimen. |
Propagation | Propagate from seed. |
Cultivation | Full sun to partial-shade in well-drained, moist soil. |
Pests | No notable pests or diseases. |
Notable Specimens | Chelsea Physic Garden, London, United Kingdom. |
Habitat | Coastlines, as well as medium mountain ranges close to 1000 m above sea level. |