Plantain Plant Benefits Plantago major + Plantain Leaf Tea Recipe

There are so many plantain plant benefits! What some may dismiss as common or even a pesky weed is actually a powerhouse of medicine. Plantain leaf can help to soothe a range of complaints from itchy bug bites to irritating coughs to persistent wounds to an inflamed gut.

You’ll come away from this with a great overview of this versatile herb’s many gifts, tips for plantain identification and lots of ideas for working with plantain safely and effectively.

You’ll also receive instant access to a plantain leaf tea recipe so next time you (or someone you love) needs some healing and soothing relief for their digestive tract, you’ll be prepared.

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“Plantain is an obvious choice for many first aid or acute inflammations, but it is equally useful for chronic hot conditions, especially in the digestive tract.” (Timestamp: 09:47)


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-- TIMESTAMPS --

00:00 - Introduction to the plantain plant (Plantago spp.)

03:15 - Plantain for hot conditions

05:23 - Plantain for bites and stings

06:36 - Plantain for wounds

08:53 - Plantain for excessive histamine response and seasonal allergies

09:43 - Plantain for gastrointestinal inflammation

10:54 - Plantain for the lungs

12:09 - Plantain seeds

13:31 - Plantain identification (Plantago major, Plantago lanceolata, and Plantago rugelii)

15:55 - Working with the plantain plant

17:53 - Plantain Leaf Tea recipe

20:24 - Plantain Fun Fact


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The herbal and plant information in this video is for educational purposes only. The information contained is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other medical professional. If you have or suspect that you have a serious health problem, promptly contact your health care provider. Always consult with a health care practitioner before using any herbal remedy or food, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, or have a medical condition.