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Plantago arborescens


Branched Plantain




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