Plantago lanceolata
L.
English plantain, Narrow leaved plantain, Ribgrass, Ribwort
Plantago lanceolata is a perennial herb that is not native to California.
Cal-IPC rating: limited
Bloom Period
one or more occurrenceswithin a 7.5-minute quadrangle
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Jepson eFlora section:
eudicot
USDA PLANTS group:
Dicot
Arid West: Equally likely to occur in wetlands and non wetlands
Mountains, Valleys and Coast: Occurs usually in non wetlands, occasionally in wetlands
disturbed
wetland-riparian, weed, characteristic of disturbed places
[Wikipedia] Eurasia native: Plantago lanceolata is native to Eurasia, but has been introduced to North America and many other parts of the world with suitable habitats. (link added by Mary Ann Machi)
[Cal-IPC] Noxious weed: Plantago lanceolata (buckhorn plantain, English plantain) is a perennial forb/herb (family Plantaginaceae) found widespread throughout California. This plant tolerates sand, clay and serpentine soils and thrives in disturbed areas. It is also a common lawn weed. It is considered a noxious weed to both livestock and native plants. (link added by Mary Ann Machi)
