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Plantago spp.
Narrow-Leaved Plantain (Plantago lanceolata)
What is Plantain?
There are two perennial species from the Plantain family that are very common lawn weeds in NZ. They both form rosettes of flattened leaves, with prominent lengthwise ribbed veins.
Narrow-Leaved Plantain (Plantago lanceolata, aka lamb's tongue) has long tapered and ribbed leaves, that will grow vertically in long grass; but lay in a flat rosette in mowed lawns, out of reach of the mower blade. They form small flower spikes, right at the top of very tall, thin, ribbed stems. They have a tough taproot.
Broad-Leaved Plantain (Plantago major) has larger, wider, oval-shaped leaves. The distinctive flowers form ‘rats-tail’ looking vertical spikes on short stems, that reach high above the leaves. Seedlings begin with a taproot but push out lots of extra adventitious roots as they mature, which helps them thrive even when regularly mowed or trampled on.
Both species spread by seed and will quickly colonise disturbed soil.
These plantain species are edible; they have traditionally been used to soothe wounds and insect bites.
Narrow-Leaved Plantain (Plantago lanceolata)
How to Protect Your Lawn
The easiest option to get rid of plantain is Yates Weed'n'Feed hose-on. Simply click it onto the garden hose and apply a gentle fan of spray onto your lawn. Weed'n'Feed products are dual-use: they kill weeds, but they also deliver nutrients to feed the grass. If you're time-poor, this is the product for you.
Yates Turfix is a great choice if you prefer concentrate products: Turfix contains 3 active ingredients to target a wide range of lawn weeds, including plantain.
Broad-Leaved Plantain (Plantago major)
Areas Impacted
- Lawns
Broad-Leaved Plantain (Plantago major)
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