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Wild Edibles - Narrowleaf Plantain

Narrowleaf Plantain (Plantago Lanceolata) ******************************************************************* Disclaimer Do not eat any wild edible without first consulting with a local expert. Local natural plant societies are a great source of information. The information in this video is for educational purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The author, publisher, and any of their counter parts, assume no responsibility whatsoever for any adverse effects encountered by the individual. Please harvest wild edibles at your own risk! ******************************************************************* Identifying Characteristics: The plant consists of a rosette of long, narrow leaves that have 3 to 5 prominent parallel veins. It has numerous tall, leafless stems that are tipped with capsule shaped flower spikes. White flowers form around the spike and form a halo of small flowers. These flowers bloom from the bottom up to the top, leaving a brown capsule behind. Time Of Year: Narrowleaf plantain blooms intermittently from late spring to early fall. The plants in this video, which were in various stages of bloom were filmed in June. Environment: This plant is generally found in grassy areas. Method Of Preparation: Young leaves may be eaten either raw or cooked. Older leaves should be cooked prior to eating. Medicinally, this plant can be used to treat bites and stings by chewing a poultice of the leaves and applying it directly to the bite. The music is a cover of Thom Pace's, "Maybe" by Uke4U2 @ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LN-83tBa