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Wildflowers of the Stuttgart Area

Plantago lanceolata

Family : PLANTAGINACEAE (Plantain Family)
Common Name (UK) : Ribwort Plantain
Common Name (DE) : Spitzwegerich
Common Name (FR) : Plantain lancéolé
Habitat : Common on bare ground and in grassland
Remarks : This plant is introduced to the U.S. where it is considered an invasive weed.
First appearing : April
Abundance : Abundant

  • Photo Date : May 15, 2004
  • Location : Along the bikepath between Bad Herrenalb and Marxzell in the Black Forest.