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Plantago albicans

Family: Plantaginaceae


What it is like

A herb.


Where it is found

It is a Mediterranean climate plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Europe, Mediterranean, Morocco, North Africa, Spain


How it is used for food

The seeds are mixed with barley grains and processed into flour for flat bread or porridge. The basal leaves are used in stews.

Edible parts

Seeds, leaves


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Almzeimer, Lyelma, Pelosilla, Tayka

Synonyms