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. |
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