Fleawort, Psyllium seed, Fleaseed
Plantago psyllia
Family: Plantaginaceae
What it is like
A herb.
The plantains or Plantaginaceae are mostly in temperate regions. There are about 165 Plantago species. The seeds are high in linoleic and alpha-linoleic acids.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Europe, France, India, Iraq, Mediterranean, Middle East, Spain, Turkey, Türkiye
How it is used for food
The sprouted seeds are eaten raw in salads. They are grown on porous material to reduce the mucilage. The seeds are the source of an oil. The seed husk mucilage is used as a stabiliser in froxen dairy desserts.
Edible parts
Leaves, seeds, sprouted seeds
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Kala isabgol