Is Chinese Plantain safe for pets?

Yes, Chinese Plantain (Plantago Depressa) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Chinese Plantain easy to care for?

Chinese Plantain has a easy care difficulty rating. It requires medium watering and full_sun or partial_shade light.

Can Chinese Plantain grow indoors?

Chinese Plantain is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Chinese Plantain (Plantago Depressa) is a annual or biennial herb in the Plantaginaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Plantago depressa is an annual or biennial herbaceous plant native to temperate regions of East Asia.

Last updated: February 2026

Chinese Plantain

Plantago Depressa

Plantago depressa is an annual or biennial herbaceous plant native to temperate regions of East Asia.

Quick Facts

Type

herb

Lifecycle

annual or biennial

Care Difficulty

Easy

Water Needs

Moderate

Light

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Hardiness Zones

5-8

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

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Child Safe

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Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator support

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Chinese Plantain

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Plantaginaceae

Genus:Plantago