Tall Coastal Plantain

Plantago subnuda

Tall Coastal Plantain

Robert Steers/NPS

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Plantaginaceae
Genus:
Plantago
Species:
Plantago subnuda

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
2-3 ft
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
apr, may, jun, jul, aug, sep, oct, nov
Bloom Colors:
Green, Brown

Native Range

United States: California, Montana, Oregon, Washington

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
pH:
6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to arid regions, prefers open sandy areas