Description: Plantago is one of a species of 200 plants found all over the world. Its has been used as food and medicine since the Millingstone Horizon (approximately 6500 to 1500 BC). Commonly used for: In chinese medicine it is used to promote urination; solidifies the stool helping with diarrhea; red, swollen eyes and sensitivity to light; expels phlegm, stops cough. The herb is astringent, anti-toxic, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, anti-histamine, as well as demulcent, expectorant, styptic and diuretic. Externally, a poultice of the leaves is used for insect bites, rashes, minor sores, and boils.