Plantago coronopus

Plantago coronopus
Family:Plantago coronopus; Antiperiodic; Laxative; Ophthalmic.
Common name:Buck's-horn plantain
The leaves are antiperiodic and ophthalmic. They are used as a remedy for ague and sore eyes. Plantain seeds contain up to 30% mucilage which swells up in the gut acting as a bulk laxative and soothing irritated membranes. Sometimes the seed husks are used without the seeds.

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