It is a wild herb that reaches 50 cm in height, characterized by oval, green and membranous leaves. The tiny yellowish-green or whitish flowers are grouped in tubular spikes that can measure up to 40 cm in length. Greater plantain .
It has applications in the homeopathic field, where its use is recommended for intermittent feverish symptoms, urinary incontinence, alveolar pyorrhea, ulcers in the rectal area, gangrene, hemorrhoids and to improve pain in general.
There are various healing properties of plantain: it helps to recover from colds, it is healing, gastric protective, hypoglycemic and contributes to kidney health, among many other benefits. It is considered rich in flavonoids and other compounds. Both its green leaves and its seeds are used in natural medicine.