RIbwort plantain, or buckhorn plantain, is a plant that belongs to the family, Plantaginaceae. It is similar to the broadleaf plantain (Plantago major), except that the leaves of broadleaf plantain are larger. Ribwort plantain grows well in disturbed areas, roadsides, lawns, open woodlands, pastures, and grasslands. The plant is a perennial herbaceous plant. It can … Read more
Broadleaf plantain (Plantago major), also called “common plantain”, “greater plantain” and dooryard plantain, is a perennial and herbaceous broadleaf plant, that can be annual or biennial. The plantain family (family Plantaginacea) member basal rosettes of leaves and leafless spikes of inconspicuous flowers. Broadleaf plantain should not be confused with plantain, a different plant similar to … Read more
Unripe plantain fruit (Musa paradisiaca) is a herbaceous plant from the family, Musaceae. The large shrub can grow up to 9 m tall, has an obust tree-like pseudo-stem, a crown of large elongated oval deep-green leaves, and a prominent midrib. Unripe fruits of plantains have been suggested to be much beneficial to diabetic patients as … Read more
Banana (Botanical name: Musa acuminata and Musa balbisiana), a plant belonging to the family, Musaceae, is one of the most important staple food crops that exist. This is because of its numerous nutritional composition and health benefits. The name is derived from the Arab word “banan” which means “finger”. It is native to Southeast Asia, … Read more
