Plantago media

Plantago media L.

Hoary Plantain

Hoary plantain is a flowering plant characterized by its slender stalk that grows from 5 to 50 cm and has finely-haired leaves. It produces delicate pink-white flowers between May and September.

Details

Order:

Lamiales

Family:

Plantaginaceae

Genus:

Plantago

Chemistry:

The plant contains mucilage, which is a gel-like substance found in the leaves and seeds. This substance is known for its soothing properties when ingested or applied topically.

Uses:

The plant is edible and has been used historically, with archaeological finds indicating its use during the Roman era in Britain.

Flowering time:

May to September

Sowing time:

Plant height:

5-50 cm

Flower color:

Pink-white

Suitable habitat:

Damp grassy meadows, grassland, meadows, lawns and waste places

Info

Pannon Flora Ltd. was founded on December 13, 1999, by Gábor Janik, who retains 95% ownership. Janik holds an MSc in Horticulture from the University of Horticultural Sciences (1986) and an Advanced Professional English Certification from the College of International Trade (1990). The company specializes in bird feed production and export, primarily serving markets in Italy, Germany, the Netherlands, and the UK, alongside cultivating and distributing imported/exported horticultural seeds. It maintains exclusive partnerships with JOEUN Seed (South Korea) and Takii Europe (Japan), a leader in professional seed breeding and production. Pannon Flora collaborates with certification bodies such as NÉBIH (National Food Chain Safety Office), MERT Kontroll, and SGS Hungary to ensure compliance and quality. The company works with approximately 400 Hungarian growers, ranging from small-scale producers (under 5 hectares) to mid-sized farms and large-scale agricultural enterprises. This profile emphasizes agribusiness expertise, technical partnerships, and operational scalability tailored to international client needs.

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