{"product_id":"plantain-leaf-plantago-major","title":"Plantain Leaf (Plantago major) – Broadleaf Plantain Herb \u0026 Tea","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlantain Leaf (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlantago major\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a versatile traditional herb commonly prepared as tea, herbal washes, compresses, and poultices.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlso known as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBroadleaf Plantain or Greater Plantain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this is the medicinal plantain herb — not the banana-like plantain commonly eaten in Caribbean cuisine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlantain leaf naturally contains beneficial plant compounds including \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emucilage, flavonoids, tannins, phenolic compounds, iridoid glycosides such as aucubin, and acteoside\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. These compounds have been studied for their antioxidant, soothing, and inflammatory-response-supporting properties.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePotential Benefits of Plantain Leaf\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDigestive \u0026amp; Gut Support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlantain leaf has traditionally been used to support \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edigestive comfort and gastrointestinal wellness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts naturally occurring mucilage gives the tea a mild soothing quality that may help support the lining of the digestive tract and promote overall digestive comfort.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRespiratory \u0026amp; Throat Wellness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlantain leaf is traditionally used in herbal preparations for the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elungs, throat, and respiratory system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarm Plantago major tea may be especially soothing during times of occasional throat irritation, dryness, or respiratory discomfort.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHealthy Inflammatory Response\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlantain leaf contains naturally occurring compounds including \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eaucubin, acteoside, flavonoids, and phenolic compounds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that have been investigated for antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity in laboratory and preclinical research.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntioxidant Support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlavonoids and other plant compounds found naturally in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlantago major\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e may help support the body's defenses against oxidative stress.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSkin \u0026amp; External Herbal Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlantain leaf has a long tradition of external use for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eskin comfort and herbal first aid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe leaves can be softened and prepared as a traditional poultice or herbal wash for minor external irritation, itching, insect bites, bruises, and general skin care.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUrinary \u0026amp; Cleansing Support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlantain leaf has also traditionally been incorporated into herbal preparations supporting the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eurinary system, healthy fluid elimination, and the body's natural cleansing processes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese are traditional wellness applications and should not be interpreted as treatment for kidney or urinary disease.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNaturally Occurring Plant Compounds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlantain Leaf contains several naturally occurring botanical compounds, including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMucilage \u0026amp; Polysaccharides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – contribute to plantain's soothing qualities\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAucubin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – an iridoid glycoside studied for antioxidant and inflammatory-response activity\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eActeoside\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – a naturally occurring phenolic compound with antioxidant activity\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlavonoids\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – plant antioxidants that help protect against oxidative stress\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTannins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – contribute to plantain's traditional astringent properties\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhenolic Compounds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – naturally occurring plant compounds associated with antioxidant activity\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Use Plantain Leaf?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlantain Leaf may be suitable for people looking for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDigestive and gut support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRespiratory and throat wellness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntioxidant herbal support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHealthy inflammatory-response support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSkin and scalp care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional herbal poultices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUrinary and cleansing support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA naturally caffeine-free herbal tea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Make Plantain Leaf Tea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSingle Cup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAdd \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1–2 teaspoons of dried Plantain Leaf\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to 8–12 ounces of spring water.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring water to a boil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePour over the herbs or simmer gently for 5–10 minutes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCover and steep for another 10–15 minutes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrain and drink warm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBegin with approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eone cup daily\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to observe how your body responds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge Batch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAdd approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 ounce of Plantain Leaf to one gallon of spring water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring to a boil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReduce heat, cover, and simmer for approximately 15–20 minutes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTurn off the heat and steep for another 20–30 minutes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrain and refrigerate in clean glass containers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrink approximately one 8-ounce cup once or twice daily as desired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Make a Plantain Leaf Poultice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor external use only.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd 2–4 tablespoons of dried Plantain Leaf to a small bowl.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePour enough hot water over the leaves to thoroughly soften them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllow to sit for approximately 10 minutes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrain excess water and mash the softened leaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlace the moist herbs inside clean cotton cloth, muslin, or gauze.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply to the desired external area for approximately 15–20 minutes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRemove if irritation, burning, redness, or itching occurs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not apply to serious burns, infected wounds, deep wounds, the eyes, or other sensitive areas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlantago major\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant part:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dried leaves\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther names:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Broadleaf Plantain, Greater Plantain, Common Plantain, Llantén\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNaturally caffeine-free\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSingle botanical ingredient\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo artificial colors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo artificial flavors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo fillers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo preservatives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for tea, herbal washes, compresses, and poultices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStore tightly sealed in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Plantain Leaf the same as banana plantain?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. Our Plantain Leaf is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlantago major\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, also called Broadleaf Plantain or Greater Plantain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is completely different from the banana-like plantain fruit belonging to the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMusa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e genus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is Plantain Leaf traditionally used for?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlantain Leaf has traditionally been used to support \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edigestive comfort, respiratory wellness, skin care, urinary wellness, and overall herbal health\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan Plantain Leaf be used externally?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Dried Plantain Leaf can be softened in warm water and incorporated into traditional \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epoultices, washes, or compresses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for external use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes Plantain Leaf contain caffeine?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. Pure \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlantago major\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e leaf is naturally caffeine-free.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat compounds are found in Plantago major?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlantain Leaf naturally contains compounds including \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emucilage, polysaccharides, flavonoids, tannins, phenolic compounds, aucubin, and acteoside\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Safety Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePregnant or nursing individuals should seek qualified guidance before regular use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpeak with a qualified professional before use if you take prescription medications or manage a chronic medical condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAvoid use if you have a known allergy to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlantago\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e species.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBegin with a small amount to assess individual tolerance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStop use if an allergic reaction or unusual symptoms occur.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHomemade herbal preparations should not be used in place of appropriate care for serious wounds, infections, respiratory conditions, or kidney disease.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFDA Disclaimer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product and the information provided are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Information regarding the traditional uses of Plantain Leaf (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlantago major\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) is provided for educational purposes only.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"UnALTRD","offers":[{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":71173059739901,"sku":null,"price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":71173059772669,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/4972\/5437\/files\/plantinleaf.jpg?v=1787462658","url":"https:\/\/unaltrd.com\/products\/plantain-leaf-plantago-major","provider":"UnAltrd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}