Virginia Plantain (Plantago Virginica) is a annual, biennial herb in the Plantaginaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low to medium watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Plantago virginica is a small, annual or biennial herbaceous plant with woolly foliage and tiny white flowers, native to North America.

Virginia Plantain

Virginia Plantain

Plantago Virginica

Plantago virginica is a small, annual or biennial herbaceous plant with woolly foliage and tiny white flowers, native to North America.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual, biennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
low to medium
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, native habitat restoration, pollinator support

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Virginia Plantain

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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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